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Xavi addresses Neymar rumours: Is Barcelona return possible after Lionel Messi's failed move?

Neymar's name has been brought up again by Barcelona after missing out on their main target, Lionel Messi to Inter Miami. This has led to their coach Xavi Hernandez finally speaking out about the rumors of a possible return for the Brazilian.

Xavi and Neymar
© Manuel Queimadelos Alonso/Getty ImagesXavi and Neymar

Barcelona have made it very obvious that they want to bring in a star player this summer. However, with Lionel Messi having decided to sign with Inter Miami, the Blaugrana’s transfer plans have been thrown into disarray.

The Argentine had been targeted as a potential acquisition for the La Liga winners because of their desire to add a star player who can make a significant impact on the field. Since the possibility of signing their former captain has gone, they now have the chance to re-sign Neymar, who is expected to also depart Paris Saint-Germain this summer.

The former Barca player and current superstar for the French champions, has reportedly offered his services to his old side as they work on a backup plan for Lionel Messi. According to the Spanish newspaper SPORT, the Brazilian international is eager to return to Catalonia and is even prepared to take a pay cut to do so.

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What did Xavi Hernandez say about Neymar’s possible return to Barcelona?

At Camp Nou, Xavi Hernandez and Neymar had many memorable experiences. The club had a golden era as the veteran’s prime faded and Neymar’s rose to prominence. Nonetheless, the Barca manager brought up the possibility of the winger’s comeback.

Xavi breaks silence and speaks on Lionel Messi not returning to Barcelona

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“It’s a surprise what is being said about Neymar. In theory, he is not in the planning. I appreciate him very much but there are other priorities. The sporting area already knows all the names”, he said in an interview with Jijantes.

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