5 reasons why Neymar could play for Real Madrid in the future

#1 Neymar grew up as a Madrid fan, and idolizes Zidane

Neymar idolizes Zinedine Zidane and shares an excellent relationship with him

There are many reasons why a player would be tempted to join a specific team, but is there any better than fulfilling a childhood dream by playing for the club you grew up supporting?

As a matter of fact, in an interview with Spanish media outlet Marca 10 years ago, Neymar was directly asked to pick between Ricardo Kaka and Ronaldinho. The Brazilian's answer was, surprisingly, Zinedine Zidane.

Zidane has achieved enormous success during his ongoing spell in charge of Real Madrid. And despite a dip in form in the last two months, we should not be quick to forget that this team is the first in history to win back-to-back Champions League titles. The French manager has what it takes to bounce back from this current situation, and extend his spell in charge of the reigning champions of Spain. Would playing under the tutelage of his idol be a reason for Neymar to consider joining Madrid? The answer is, most likely yes.

Furthermore, in that very same interview, Neymar was asked about the club that he dreams to play for one day, and guess what his answer was. That's right, Real Madrid.

The Brazilian's departure from Barcelona in the summer was under far from ideal circumstances. His relationship with the board has gone from bad to worse. Real Madrid are arguably the biggest club in the world, with many Brazilians plying their trade at the Santiago Bernabéu. The possibility of seeing Neymar in a Madrid jersey one day is certainly a realistic one.