James Metcalfe
As controversial as it was lucrative, nothing in the giant world of football was talked about more than the Neymar transfer from Barcelona to PSG in the summer of 2017. Seen by millions as the golden successor of the great Lionel Messi, the transfer was riddled with allegations of underhand dealings and the public shows performed by Neymar before, during and after the drama certainly helped keep his image relevant. With blistering speed, superb dribbling and one of the naturally best eyes for goal in the entire game, it’s clear that Neymar will go down as one of the sport’s very best players ever. The hopes of an entirely football mad country in Brazil continue to thrust Neymar’s way and it looks like his image is destined to keep growing.
