“It’s a pity that such a beautiful bird cannot fly freely where it belongs,” this proverb reminds us of the story of Neymar and Barcelona. This talented player once captivated the hearts of Camp Nou fans, but then one day, he decided to “fly” to a new shore, only to later desire to return. Can Neymar realize his dream of returning to Barcelona, or is it just a beautiful, unfulfilled dream?
Neymar’s Glorious Days at Barcelona
Neymar joined Barcelona in 2013 from Santos. He immediately became an indispensable part of the legendary “MSN” attacking trio alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez. Neymar’s technical style, speed, and impressive finishing ability made him one of the most dangerous attacking players in the world.
During his 4 years wearing the Barcelona jersey, Neymar won many prestigious titles, including 2 La Liga titles, 3 Copa del Rey titles, and 1 Champions League title. In particular, Neymar’s goal in the 2015 Champions League final against Juventus played a crucial role in Barcelona’s victory.
Why Neymar Left Barcelona: Personal Ambitions and Disagreements
In 2017, Neymar unexpectedly moved to PSG for a world-record transfer fee. Many believe that this decision stemmed from Neymar’s desire to become the “boss” at another club, no longer having to live in Messi’s immense shadow. In addition, disagreements with the Barcelona leadership are also said to be a reason for Neymar’s departure.
Perhaps, Neymar wanted to prove himself in a new environment. He wanted to shine brightly, without having to “share the limelight” with anyone. However, PSG turned out to be an unsuitable destination for him.
Neymar and the Dream of Returning to Barcelona
After many years playing football in France, Neymar rekindled his dream of returning to Barcelona. He has always expressed regret about the past and always praised his former club.
“Barcelona is my love, I will never forget the wonderful days at Camp Nou,” Neymar once shared.
In fact, many Barcelona fans also want Neymar to return. They believe that with the combination of Messi and Neymar, Barcelona will become extremely powerful.
However, Neymar’s return to Barcelona is not easy. PSG will not easily let him go, especially since Neymar is still one of the most important players of the team.
Prediction: Will Neymar Actually Return to Barcelona?
Whether Neymar returns to Barcelona depends on many factors. The most important thing is the decision of PSG and Barcelona.
According to football expert Dang Van Minh (author of the book “Vietnamese Football: The Development Path”), “Neymar can return to Barcelona if PSG agrees to sell him and Barcelona can afford his high salary. However, with the recent fluctuations at Barcelona, whether they have enough capacity to recruit Neymar is very unpredictable.”
Will Neymar reunite with Messi, or will he continue to “fly” to a new shore? The answer may be revealed in the near future.
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