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Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid both want Neymar transfer to happen

It has become quite a mess. With Barcelona yet to make a move and Neymar's heart set on a departure, there is really no telling which way this one is going to go. Real Madrid's entry into the scene has made matters even more complicated for the Catalans as according to the latest reports, PSG are keen on selling Neymar to Real Madrid.

The easy way out for Neymar is to agree to a move to Madrid. However, things are not that simple thanks to the relationship that the Brazilian had with Barcelona in the past. It will not be well received by the Barcelona fans who will see this as a repeat of the Luis Figo fiasco when the Camp Nou did not take kindly to the Portuguese joining Real Madrid from Barcelona.

However, Real Madrid share a good relationship with Paris Saint-Germain and as such, do not want to do anything that will upset them. At the same time, Barcelona and PSG share a strained relationship.

The report claims that the Real Madrid camp is waiting for the nod from PSG to go ahead and wrap up the deal as they remain confident of Neymar choosing to join the club.

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