Neymar Transfer News: Barcelona President Denies Superstar for Sale Amid Rumours
Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu has said Neymar is not for sale after speculation linking him with a big-money move to Paris Saint-Germain.
Speaking to Ronald Blum of the Associated Press, the Barca supremo said:
"He is not on the market. He has a contract for the coming four years and, of course, we count on him. He's part of our team. He's part of this trident.''
According to Brazilian outlet Esporte Interactivo (h/t AS), the superstar's release clause is set at €222 million, forcing PSG to smash the transfer world record if they completed his capture.
Per Blum, Bartomeu added: "These clauses are impossible to activate, if you want to comply with the financial fair play. If someone doesn’t want to comply, then of course it can be activated."
According to Guillem Balague of Sky Sports, Barcelona asked Neymar to deny reports and say he is happy with the club.
The Brazilian scored 17 goals in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League last season, according to WhoScored.com, but Barca suffered a poor campaign that contributed to the departure of manager Luis Enrique.
PSG are in transition after surrendering the Ligue 1 championship to Monaco, and are desperate to sign a world-class entity this summer.
