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PSG superstar Neymar ‘wants Real Madrid move’ but new boss Thomas Tuchel hoping to change his mind

Brazilian only joined from Barcelona in world-record £198m deal 12 months ago, but has been regularly tipped to leave

NEYMAR has made it clear to Paris Saint-Germain he wants to be allowed to join Real Madrid, according to reports.

The Brazilian superstar, 26, only signed from Barcelona in world-record £198million deal last summer, but has been tipped to leave for much of the campaign.

Neymar arrives in Brazil ahead of pre-World Cup training
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Neymar arrives in Brazil ahead of pre-World Cup trainingCredit: AP:Associated Press
Neymar greets staff as he arrives at the training centre in Brazil
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Neymar greets staff as he arrives at the training centre in BrazilAnd report he has made his desire to join the 12-time European champions clear, but PSG will not allow him to depart without a fight.

The article adds that Real Madrid president Florentino Perez met with Neymar's agent Pini Zahivi on May 13.

And a day later they spoke to the Brazilian's lawyer, with the striker's father aiming to push the deal through.

Should Neymar succeed in joining Real Madrid, PSG could bring in Robert Lewandowski as his replacement.

Neymar, Douglas Costa and Thiago Silva disembark from a helicopter
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Neymar, Douglas Costa and Thiago Silva disembark from a helicopterCredit: AFP
Neymar ensuring he is fit for the World Cup following a period out
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Neymar ensuring he is fit for the World Cup following a period outCredit: Reuters

The Bayern Munich striker is also now represented by Zahivi, and it is expected to Israeli will try to push through the two deals.

Meanwhile, reports in Spain suggest Thomas Tuchel is still hoping to convince Neymar to stay at the club.


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report the Brazilian was impressed with the former Borussia Dortmund manager, after their first meeting.

Neymar was today pictured training in his homeland with some of his international team-mates ahead of the World Cup.

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