Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is now said to have made contact with Neymar, amid reports Paris Saint-Germain are keen to offload the Brazilian star.
It is believed the Brazilian is currently being courted by a range of top clubs, with the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea, and Newcastle said to be interested in securing his signature ahead of next season.
Read: Mbappe makes statement on his future
His future at the Parc des Princes looks more uncertain than ever before after PSG fans staged a protest outside the player's home, demanding that he leaves the club as soon as possible.
The No. 10 has been a divisive figure in Paris ever since his world-record €222 million (R4.6 billion) transfer from FC Barcelona in 2017, with many supporters feeling he has not really lived up to his unprecedented price tag given that he is yet to help guide the team to UEFA Champions League glory in six seasons.
Despite having a deal at the Ligue 1 club until 2027, Neymar could now seemingly be caught in a tug-of-war in Manchester, with the two town rivals believed to be interested in his services.
According to L'Equipe, Guardiola reached out to Neymar via a phone call just a week after the player reportedly opened talks with the Red Devils.
It is claimed the City boss wanted to find out what the 31-year-old's intentions are going forward and what his state of mind is amid his seemingly deteriorating relationship with PSG.
It also stated, though, that it is unlikely the Citizens will sign the Selecao talisman, with his massive wages and poor injury record potentially stumbling blocks to a deal, but the transfer has not yet been ruled out completely.
However, Brazil legend Rivaldo has revealed he would like to see Neymar go to Old Trafford.
"I am in favour of Neymar transferring to Manchester United," Rivaldo told Betfair.
"In recent days there has been talk that Neymar might sign for the Premier League giants at the end of the season and, unlike when he left Barcelona for PSG, this time I am in favour of this move.
"In 2017, I didn't think it was beneficial for Neymar to leave for France, although I understood his reasons. But now I am convinced that playing in the Premier League with Manchester United would be an excellent step in his career.
"Playing in the best league in the world in the shirt of a legendary club is something that suits very well a great player like Neymar who needs a new challenge. Moreover, United are going through a recovery phase under coach Erik ten Hag.
"The team will secure Champions League qualification, have already won the League Cup and can still win the FA Cup, so I see Neymar arriving at a more structured club now and one that is ready to welcome a football superstar who will surely give a lot to them."
Read: BREAKING: Chelsea's new manager confirmed
You must be SIGNED IN to read and post comments.
WATCH: