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Real Madrid vs PSG: Neymar’s team-mate quizzed on summer move ahead of clash
NEYMAR won’t allow himself to be affected by the Real Madrid rumours, according to Paris Saint-Germain team-mate Marquinhos.
Neymar has been linked with a move to Real Madrid
Real Madrid host PSG tonight (7.45pm) in the first leg of their last-16 Champions League tie at the Bernabeu.
Neymar has been heavily linked with a move to the La Liga giants and some reports have suggested that he will be allowed to make the switch should PSG go all the way in the competition.
But Marquinhos is confident the 26-year-old will be able to put to one side all the transfer talk and turn in a strong performance.
“Neymar is a player who controls his emotions and the pressure well, and demonstrates it on the pitch,” Marquinhos said.
Neymar nutmegs teammate during PSG training
He's a player with personality. He does his talking on the pitch. He's doing great stuff in Paris
"He's a player with personality. He does his talking on the pitch. He's doing great stuff in Paris."
Meanwhile, PSG coach Unai Emery reckons the game has arrived at a good time for his side.
He said: “This game against Real comes at a good moment for us, because we have the illusion that we can do something great.
Marquinhos doesn't think Neymar will be affected by the Real Madrid rumours
“We can believe in a victory. Playing against the best teams is the best way to learn.
"We're going to play the team which won the most Champions Leagues but even if we respect their history and each player, we are confident to show them that we are close to their level.
"I trust my team. We know how difficult it is going to be but I want to see a great PSG. This team have grown up and I fully live every moment."
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