At this point anything can happen. Just one week away from the closing of the transfer market in Spain, negotiations have reached their peak this Monday, between the attempts of Real Madrid and Barcelona to sign Neymar. And in that back and forth, the name of Vinicius Junior emerged, who PSG asked for as part of the deal. The response from the Bernabeu was as quick as it was resolute: 'Vini' is not going anywhere. However, this position may have changed in the last few hours in the offices of Concha Espina.
According to information from the Real Madrid portal 'Defensa Central', finally Madrid would accept Vinicius' move to Paris, but not as 'payment' for Neymar, but as part of the deal for the signing of Kylian Mbappe. That has been the response from the top ranks of Real Madrid and it makes one thing clear: Vinicius is completely non-transferable. Without money and with Mbappe in return, the 'whites' would change their stance. But that possibility, for now, is something that Paris does not consider, despite the fact that they really like 'Vini' and see him as a potential Ballon d'Or contender.
Does Mbappe's injury change plans for Neymar?
A tear in the left hamstring, confirmed this Monday after the corresponding medical tests, is the reason why PSG has to come to terms with the fact that they will not have their 'Golden Boy' for the next three to four weeks. It is a serious blow considering the upcoming Champions League debut, between September 17 and 18. This situation puts Thomas Tuchel against the ropes, as he has Neymar ready to play, but with the desire to leave as soon as possible. The Brazilian's contract is still valid and the German coach could use him when he deems it appropriate. Knowing that he will be hurt by Mbappe's terrible absence, it would be the opportune moment. This situation definitely complicates Neymar's chances of leaving Paris and returning to LaLiga Santander in Spain, an explicit wish that could be slipping away.
New 'white' target
In light of these situations and with the closing of the transfer market approaching, Real Madrid would have set a new target, as reported by the Spanish media 'Don Balón'. At the Bernabeu, they would have set their sights on Brazilian winger Felipe Anderson as a prominent reinforcement for this season. With Neymar's refusal to come to Santiago Bernabeu and the already discarded signing of Paul Pogba, the 'merengues' have made their choice and the West Ham player seems to be favored for the rest of the market.
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