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Neymar to Manchester United: Star's father rejects Real Madrid switch, contract on table
NEYMAR has "zero chance" of joining Real Madrid, his father has confirmed.
Barcelona are waiting for Neymar (right) to sign a new contract
Real, along with Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain, have reportedly sent officials to Brazil to try and broker a deal for the Barcelona frontman.
Neymar is locked in contract talks with the Nou Camp club, who have told the Brazil international they will not increase their latest £10.9million-a-season offer.
And United's hopes of landing the 23-year-old have been boosted after a move to Real was ruled out.
“He must fulfil his contract with Barcelona. Neymar is very happy [there], but the speculation will continue for a long time and the fans have become used to it.
“The possibility [of Neymar joining Madrid] is zero. I respect [Wagner] a lot, but besides myself, the only person who can talk about Neymar’s career is the player."
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Mundo Deportivo claimed earlier this week that Man Utd want Neymar
Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo claim United have a representative in South America trying to secure a deal for Neymar.
Barca have reacted by deploying director Raul Sanllehi, who originally signed Neymar from Santos in 2013, to Brazil to smooth over contract negotiations.
United have supposedly tabled a £13.5m-a-year deal for Neymar join new manager Jose Mourinho at Old Trafford, while PSG's offer stands at £14.5m per season.
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