Neymar wants Italy transfer? Napoli, Inter Milan preferred destinations as Brazil star wants Europe return: Report

Neymar wants to be part of the Brazilian lineup for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and thinks the best way to impress Carlo Ancelotti is by returning to Europe, media reports said.

 

At 33, Neymar's recent years have been ravaged by injuries, but he remains technically sharp and capable of influencing the game single-handedly. He is presently contracted by his childhood side Santos, after illustrious stints at Barcelona, PSG, and Al-Hilal.

 

Neymar has no illusions about his prospects of landing yet another big-money move. According to reports, he is hoping to agree on a move with one of the top sides in Italian Serie A. Defending champions Napoli and European runners-up Inter Milan are his priorities, Spanish media reports said. Neymar is hoping to impress the clubs with his brand value and leadership qualities above everything else, they add.

 

Will Neymar join Serie A?

 

It is true that Serie A has fallen behind the Spanish, English, and German leagues in the past decade, and a high-profile arrival like that of Neymar could be a game-changer. The Brazilian playmaker was offered to Inter Milan last summer but was rejected right away.

 

However, this was due to the hefty transfer sum that would have cost them, and the scenario could change if he is available as a free agent, Fichajes said in a report. His current contract is set to expire in December, and if he offers himself to Internazionale in the winter transfer window, it would be a different situation altogether, the report said. However, they may be held back by the fact that the treble winner's arrival would affect the salary balance in their dressing room.

 

Meanwhile, Napoli stand a more realistic chance of bringing him on board. The squad is on the lookout for a proven leader and could use the brand benefits of having him on board. Napoli is trailing Inter on goal difference after seven rounds and could use the service of a proven scorer and playmaker as the season goes on.

Napoli is also taking their European season seriously and consider Neymar a great addition to link with Kevin De Bruyne, who arrived from Manchester City this summer.

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