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Neymar: Real Madrid dealt HUGE transfer blow as PSG star copies Barcelona trick - report
REAL MADRID have apparently been dealt a huge blow in their pursuit of Neymar.
Neymar's illustrious career in 60 seconds
Real Madrid were reportedly lining up a summer move for the Paris Saint-Germain star as they plan a mass shake-up of their squad.
Neymar was said to be unhappy in the French capital following a number of on-field clashes with team-mate Edinson Cavani.
The 26-year-old has this week also been quoted as saying “five months have felt like five years” in Ligue 1.
However, Neymar has now made big movements on his future which appeared to be in serious doubts heading into the next transfer window.
Neymar is apparently wanted by Real Madrid
According to Spanish outlet El Gol Digital, the attacker is trying to pull a similar trick to what he did at Barcelona.
It is said that because of Real’s interest, Neymar is hoping to negotiate an improved contract at the Parc des Princes, despite only joining last year for a world record £198million fee.
He is said to have demanded €60m (£52m) per year for a two-year extension, which includes a €20m (£17m) renewal premium.
The forward’s deal would be similar to when he extended his contract with Barcelona in 2016 which was intended to keep him at the club until 2021.
The Brazilian is currently sidelined with an ankle injury
Injured Neymar lifts weights in the gym
And if he can get a similar bumper pay-day again then he will apparently stay with PSG.
However, Neymar wants to see his side strengthen so they can try to win the Champions League.
The Parisians were knocked out of the last-16 stage this season by Real.
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