Neymar: Brazilian Star Is About to See His Fame Reach New Heights
Neymar has megastar written all over him. It begins with the stellar play on the field. He has unquestionably been the best player on the most dominant team in Olympic play thus far.
He has scored two goals for the undefeated Brazilians, and his playmaking ability has set up teammates for more scores.
He's 20 years old, and at the age of 19 he was voted the South American Footballer of the Year. Neymar is more than just a good player.
.jpg?w=256 "Colts Jaguars Football")
He has a certain charisma and flair to his game. He's the type of player young kids go out and try to emulate. It's the hair and the swag; he's the total package.
Amidst the honors and the stellar Olympic play, Neymar's name has been floated as a future member of FC Barcelona.
Barcelona's vice president, Josep Maria Bartomeu was quoted by Livio Caferoglu of Goal.com: "We would all like Neymar to come after the Olympics."
Bartomeu admitted his interest in Neymar in front of fans before a friendly match, saying, "He is a Santos player (at the moment) but I am sure Neymar will come to Europe in the future, and when that moment arrives we will be attentive so he can sign for Barcelona."
This move would unquestionably take him to the largest stage of world football.
Playing alongside Lionel Messi and for Barca would bring about a new level of wealth and attention. But I believe Neymar can handle the whole weight.
The Olympics will just serve as springboard for him, as I believe he's the next megastar in the sport.
Follow Brian Mazique and Franchiseplay on YouTube and Twitter for reactions, analysis and news from the world of sports and sports video games.
.jpg?w=480 "Colts Jaguars Football")
