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NEYMAR’s father has successfully negotiated a new five-year deal at Paris Saint-Germain.But the player himself wants to wait until he’s seen Barcelona’s new proposal before signing.
Neymar, 29, has been making headlines in Spain
Neymar Sr has re-negotiated a five-year extension with PSGCredit: Getty – Contributor
Neymar, 29, has just over a year remaining on his current deal in the French capital, but has been expected to pen a new one for some time.
Barcelona re-entering the race to sign him, however, has thrown a spanner in the works.
Neymar’s dad has agreed a five-year contract with PSG, on the same terms as his current deal.
And the Parisians previously expected that to be enough to put the saga to bed.
But Neymar, who yearned for a return to Barcelona during the summer of 2019, has reportedly had his head turned by Joan Laporta’s ambitious plans to bring up back to Calatonia.
According to Sport, PSG’s No10 has ‘delayed’ signing a new deal as long as possible – because he wants to hear a ‘structured proposal’ from Barcelona.
Laporta, 58, hopes to bring Neymar back this summer, in order to show Lionel Messi that he is serious about positioning the club to win the Champions League again.
Messi’s former running mate Neymar helped the Blaugrana to their last triumph in the competition back in 2015.
Lionel Messi and Neymar possessed an excellent relationship at BarcelonaCredit: Reuters
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He subsequently left Barcelona in a controversial world-record deal back in 2017, with two clear objectives in mind.
Neymar wanted to bring the Champions League trophy to Paris, and he was determined to be crowned best player in the world.
But, having achieved neither, he is tempted to return to Barca, and rekindle his fantastic relationship on the pitch with Messi.
Neymar could yet still achieve one of his PSG goals this season, however, although their Champions League hopes are hanging by a thread.
The superstar is currently in Manchester alongside his team-mates, ready to take on City in their semi-final second-leg at Etihad Stadium tonight.
Neymar was left dejected at the end of last week’s semi-final first-leg against Man CityCredit: Getty
The Brazilian is desperate to win the Champions League againCredit: Getty
Should PSG manage to overturn their 2-1 deficit and reach the final, any mention of a move to Barcelona will be shelved by Neymar’s camp until after the showpiece event.
But should Mauricio Pochettino’s side bow out, PSG chiefs face a nervous few weeks as the transfer window approaches.
In 2019, Barcelona were willing to offer Neymar the same salary that he had earned during his previous stint with the club.
But the attacker would now require a higher wage – something that Barca could struggle to provide.
Laporta has therefore reportedly drawn up a further six-man shortlist of targets – including Sergio Aguero, Erling Haaland and Georginio Wijnaldum.
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GEORGINA RODRIGUEZ took a private plane to Paris on Tuesday, prompting fans to conclude that her striking partner Cristiano Ronaldo will make a stunning transfer to PSG.Reports claim Ronnie, 36, is ready to leave Juventus if they don’t make next season’s Champions League.
Georgina Rodriguez flew on a private jet to Paris
Fans believe it’s a hint Cristiano Ronaldo will join PSG
Rodriguez looked into the distance holding a bag
The Serie A giants look set to lose their title to Inter Milan.
But they are also in a five-horse race for the remaining three Champions League spots as the season draws to an end.
Should Juve miss out on the big time, they would struggle to meet Ronaldo’s reported £1million-a-week wages.
And the Portuguese superstar is now said to be considering a move to Mauricio Pochettino’s Paris Saint-Germain as he eyes a final hurrah at the top,
Partner Georgina has now poured fuel on the flames after posting a picture to Instagram showing her boarding a private jet to the French capital.
She simply captioned the snap: “Bonjour Paris.”
And supporters were quick to declare it was a sign of Ronaldo’s intention to link up with Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.
One said: “CR7 PSG 2021.”
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Rodriguez sat on the plane’s steps as she posed for the snap
Rodriguez regularly posts glam pictures on Instagram
It remains to be seen if Rodriguez and Ronaldo end up moving to Paris from Turin

Another wrote: “Cristiano in PSG next year?”
One commented: “Is Papa Cris going to go to PSG?”
Another added: “Welcome to Paris!”
However, Ronaldo has also been linked with a return to Manchester United.
And with Edinson Cavani looking set to depart the Theatre of Dreams, there could be space for Ronnie to restore the glory days.

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PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN sporting director Leonardo appears less than confident of agreeing a new contract with Neymar.The Brazilian will have just one year remaining on his current deal come the end of the season.
Neymar, 29, could reportedly turn his back on PSGCredit: Rex
Leonardo was evasive when asked about Neymar’s futureCredit: Getty
Neymar, 29, appears happy at the club, having said as much prior to PSG’s 2-1 Champions League semi-final first-leg defeat to Manchester City last week.
But amid reports of Barcelona rekindling their long-term interest in bringing him back, Neymar’s desire to return to Catalonia has reportedly returned.
Quizzed about PSG’s No10’s future over the weekend, Leonardo merely said: “You have to see everything calmly.”
This represents a change in the noise coming out of both parties, with Neymar himself having previously told RMC Sport that things were close to completion.
He said last week: “My extension? Everything is almost settled.
“You know, we’re in discussions with PSG… We’re not in a hurry. I feel comfortable.
“I feel really happy here.”
Since leaving Barcelona for around £200million back in 2017, Neymar has been heavily linked with a return virtually every summer.
Neymar starred for Barcelona between 2013 and 2017Credit: Getty – Contributor
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As yet, the cash-strapped LaLiga side have been unable to put together a satisfactory package.
But new president Joan Laporta wants to get the deal done – and is believed to be prioritising it even over his pursuit of Borussia Dortmund hotshot Erling Haaland.
Spanish news outlet RAC1 claim that Neymar is ‘desperate’ to return – and that he would even be willing to potentially take a pay cut, given the crippling £1bn debt Barcelona find themselves in.
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EX-MANCHESTER UNITED star Memphis Depay scored one as Lyon won a 3-2 thriller at Monaco in a game that saw FIVE players sent off.Tempers boiled over after the final whistle as players and coaching staff from each side pushed and goaded each other in the centre circle.
Chaos erupted at the end of Lyon’s victory at MonacoCredit: AFP
The referee dished out a total of five red cards after the angry scenesCredit: AFP
Lyon’s Rayan Cherki celebrates after scoring the late winner before the trouble beganCredit: EPA
That resulted in the referee dishing out four red cards post-match – two apiece for each club.
The defeat is a huge blow to third-place Monaco’s title aspirations as they now sit four points behind Paris Saint-Germain in second.
Lille top the table, but now Lyon are only one point behind Monaco in the race for Champions League qualification.
Monaco were on a five-game winning run and looked to be continuing that when Kevin Volland finished after a pass from Wissam Ben Yedder on 25 minutes.
Depay levelled moments before the hour mark with a deflected strike.
Lyon midfielder Maxence Caqueret was sent off on 70 minutes and then Depay’s brilliant free-kick from the right was met by defender Marcelo’s head to give them the lead.
But a blunder from Lyon goalkeeper Anthony Lopes led to a penalty for Monaco, which France striker Ben Yedder scored to make it 2-2 with four minutes to go.
Then it was Lyon’s 17-year-old starlet Rayan Cherki who came off the bench to finish superbly to seal the win in the 89th minute with his first touch.
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That was when the trouble erupted at the final whistle.
Lyon’s Mattia De Sciglio and Marcelo plus Monaco’s Pietro Pellegri and Willem Geubbels were all shown a red after the on-pitch brawl.
Get French Football News described the scenes as: “Huge fight breaking out after the final whistle between both sets of players! 
“Pietro Pellegri, Thiago Mendes and Wissam Ben Yedder seemingly at the heart of it. Sinaly Diomandé, one of the youngest on the pitch, ironically the mature one breaking things up.”
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GEORGINA RODRIGUEZ took a private plane to Paris on Tuesday, prompting fans to conclude that other half Cristiano Ronaldo will make a stunning transfer to PSG.Reports claim Ronnie, 36, is ready to leave Juventus if they don’t make next season’s Champions League.
Georgina Rodriguez flew on a private jet to Paris
Fans believe it’s a hint Cristiano Ronaldo will join PSG
Rodriguez looked into the distance holding a bag
The Serie A giants look set to lose their title to Inter Milan.
But they are also in a five-horse race for the remaining three Champions League spots as the season draws to an end.
Should Juve miss out on the big time, they would struggle to meet Ronaldo’s reported £1million-a-week wages.
And the Portuguese superstar is now said to be considering a move to Mauricio Pochettino’s Paris Saint-Germain as he eyes a final hurrah at the top,
Partner Georgina has now poured fuel on the flames after posting a picture to Instagram showing her boarding a private jet to the French capital.
She simply captioned the snap: “Bonjour Paris.”
And supporters were quick to declare it was a sign of Ronaldo’s intention to link up with Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.
One said: “CR7 PSG 2021.”
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Rodriguez sat on the plane’s steps as she posed for the snap
Rodriguez regularly posts glam pictures on Instagram
It remains to be seen if Rodriguez and Ronaldo end up moving to Paris from Turin

Another wrote: “Cristiano in PSG next year?”
One commented: “Is Papa Cris going to go to PSG?”
Another added: “Welcome to Paris!”
However, Ronaldo has also been linked with a return to Manchester United.
And with Edinson Cavani looking set to depart the Theatre of Dreams, there could be space for Ronnie to restore the glory days.

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GEORGINA RODRIGUEZ took a private jet to Paris on Tuesday, prompting fans to conclude that other half Cristiano Ronaldo will make a stunning transfer to PSG.Reports claim Ronnie, 36, is ready to leave Juventus if they don’t make next season’s Champions League.
Georgina Rodriguez flew on a private jet to Paris
Fans believe it’s a hint Cristiano Ronaldo will join PSG
Rodriguez looked into the distance holding a bag
The Serie A giants look set to lose their title to Inter Milan.
But they are also in a five-horse race for the remaining three Champions League spots as the season draws to an end.
Should Juve miss out on the big time, they would struggle to meet Ronaldo’s reported £1million-a-week wages.
And the Portuguese superstar is now said to be considering a move to Mauricio Pochettino’s Paris Saint-Germain as he eyes a final hurrah at the top,
Partner Georgina has now poured fuel on the flames after posting a picture to Instagram showing her boarding a private jet to the French capital.
She simply captioned the snap: “Bonjour Paris.”
And supporters were quick to declare it was a sign of Ronaldo’s intention to link up with Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.
One said: “CR7 PSG 2021.”
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Rodriguez sat on the plane’s steps as she posed for the snap
Rodriguez regularly posts glam pictures on Instagram
It remains to be seen if Rodriguez and Ronaldo end up moving to Paris from Turin

Another wrote: “Cristiano in PSG next year?”
One commented: “Is Papa Cris going to go to PSG?”
Another added: “Welcome to Paris!”
However, Ronaldo has also been linked with a return to Manchester United.
And with Edinson Cavani looking set to depart the Theatre of Dreams, there could be space for Ronnie to restore the glory days.

Cristiano Ronaldo ‘looking carefully’ at Man Utd transfer if Juventus fail to make the Champions League More