The heart of Barcelona may be ready for a sensational return as Neymar fiery desire to go back to Camp Nou becomes clearer.
The fiery declaration comes as the 32-year-old leaves Al-Hilal behind for a nostalgic but brief return to Santos.
Neymar’s six-month Santos deal, signed on the back of his Saudi Arabian exit, is strategically timed to pave the way for a potential return to Europe this summer.
According to Rashid Rehman, Neymar would love to return to Barcelona, those close to Brazilian megastar Neymar say.
If they call, he’ll be ready to go back tomorrow morning.
The plot thickens for the fairytale comeback.
The same speedster forward who mesmerized Camp Nou between 2013-2017 and then left in a world-record €222m move to PSG now wishes to rewrite his Blaugrana narrative.
But the fantasy of this potential reunion is under practical threat.
The club’s weak finances and emphasis on long-term thinking have taken the shine off short-term excitement at the transfer.
President Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco must make a tough choice – weigh emotional appeal against hard-headed considerations of age, fitness, and value for money.
The club’s financial limitations and emphasis on young talent have taken the edge off early interest, so this potential transfer is in the “what if” sphere – at least temporarily.
But in football, never say never.
Neymar’s proven relationship with Barcelona’s brand and willingness to lower his salary demands keep hope alive.
With his Santos contract expiring in June and no renewal in the offing, the ball is in Barcelona’s court.
Having left seven years ago as the world’s most expensive player, could the Brazilian wizard now come back to complete what he began?
The player’s wish is clear – all that is required is the Catalonia call.
(🌕) REVEALED: Neymar would really love to return to Barcelona. If they call him, he’ll be ready to go back tomorrow morning. The club is currently, however, looking into different players. It’s just the desire from the player’s side right now. @FabrizioRomano #Transfers 🇧🇷🚨 pic.twitter.com/IHZjv3YKNE
— Reshad Rahman (@ReshadFCB) April 17, 2025
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