Is Neymar set for Real Madrid switch in the summer?
Barcelona winger Neymar has been linked with Real Madrid in the summer, after his WhatsApp message is unearthed by Spanish press.
Sportwitness translated story of El Confidencial, which claimed Juni Calafat, a Brazilian Real Madrid scout happens to be friend with Neymar, received message from Barca ace saying “I’m a Madridista. Hala Madrid”.
Is Neymar set for Real Madrid switch in the summer?
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“The story revolved around Juni Calafat, a Spaniard who was raised in São Paulo, Brazil. He has a friendship with many Brazilian players, including Ronaldo, Kaká, Roberto Carlos… and, naturally, Neymar.
“Calafat works for Real Madrid ain recruitment and has helped the club with several of their recent signings, having risen through the ranks from a previously South America based role.
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“According to El Confidencial, in 2014 Juni went on holiday to Spain and, on arriving, got a message saying: “Juni, have you arrived well in Spain? You know I’m a Madridista. Hala Madrid!”
“The message, of course, was sent by Neymar.
“Juni apparently showed the message to some close associates, and one of them would appear to be El Confidencial’s source, with the message only now reaching the news.”
However, Barcelona technical director Roberto Fernandez says he is not worried about the speculation surroundings Brazil captain.
Along with Real Madrid, Neymar is also a top transfer target for Manchester United and Manchester City.
The Brazilian International is yet to agree new contract with Barcelona, and Real Madrid are hoping that with a massive offer they can land on their prime target.
Neymar and his management are very happy and we are very relaxed,” Fernandez told Marca. “The club stands by the player. These things happen and we shouldn’t dwell on it. The important thing is that he is happy and that’s something we can see in every game he plays.”