Neymar's agent has poured cold water on speculation of a possible move to Europe this summer after Santos president said that he would do all he could to hold on to the striker.
Real Madrid and Chelsea have long been the favourites to land Neymar, but they look set to fail in bid to land the Brazil international.
"The player is not a mercenary. It is not so simple that he would take the money and leave.
"He must be in agreement with all conditions of the transfer."
Even though he stated earlier in the week that five clubs had matched the player's release clause, Santos president Luis Álvaro Ribeiro has now performed a U-turn by declaring Neymar is going nowhere.
In a statement, Ribeiro said: "In light of continuous speculation in the national and international press about the future of our player, I feel obliged to communicate the departure of Neymar is non-negotiable.
"Neymar is a media phenomenon known throughout the world. His talent for brilliant moves on the field is proportional to his charisma.
"The fans love Neymar, not only how he plays, but for his human qualities. That love is shared by millions of other Brazilians who admire him regardless of the club to which he belongs.
"In any case, the response of Santos is that we are not yet considering any offer for his transfer. Neymar will return to Santos (after the Copa America) and we will make efforts to retain and keep him happy for many years."
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| Neymar smiles during a training session with Brazil national team ahead of the 2011 Copa America Photo: AP |
Real Madrid and Chelsea have long been the favourites to land Neymar, but they look set to fail in bid to land the Brazil international.
"There is very little chance to go to Europe now," said Neymar's agent, Wagner Ribeiro. "It would not be good for the boy.
"The player is not a mercenary. It is not so simple that he would take the money and leave.
"He must be in agreement with all conditions of the transfer."
Even though he stated earlier in the week that five clubs had matched the player's release clause, Santos president Luis Álvaro Ribeiro has now performed a U-turn by declaring Neymar is going nowhere.
In a statement, Ribeiro said: "In light of continuous speculation in the national and international press about the future of our player, I feel obliged to communicate the departure of Neymar is non-negotiable.
"Neymar is a media phenomenon known throughout the world. His talent for brilliant moves on the field is proportional to his charisma.
"The fans love Neymar, not only how he plays, but for his human qualities. That love is shared by millions of other Brazilians who admire him regardless of the club to which he belongs.
"In any case, the response of Santos is that we are not yet considering any offer for his transfer. Neymar will return to Santos (after the Copa America) and we will make efforts to retain and keep him happy for many years."
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