PSG will not let Neymar leave for free even as Barcelona push for his signing – report

There has been a lot of chatter surrounding Neymar and his future over the past 24 hours, with a possible return to FC Barcelona said to be gaining momentum.

Indeed, reports earlier today claimed that the Blaugrana had reached an agreement with their former superstar over a 2 + 1 contract worth €13 million per season net plus bonuses.

The reports suggested that Neymar is negotiating with PSG over a mutual termination of contract and that the Parisian giants could be open to such a move as they are keen to get rid of him.

PSG not considering free exit for Neymar

However, as per a fresh update from journalist Fabrice Hawkins, PSG are not entertaining the possibility of letting Neymar leave for free this summer by terminating his contract.

The Ligue 1 champions could be staring at possible issues with Financial Fair Play given the investment they have made and as such there is no question of letting the Brazilian go for free this summer.

This would certainly come as a blow for Barcelona, who are understood to be pushing to sign Neymar.

If his contract would have been terminated, the Blaugrana could sign their former superstar for free while taking over his salary.

But with PSG unlikely to sanction such a move, Barça would either have to negotiate a fee with Les Parisiens or try and sign him on loan for a single season with his wages being shared between the two clubs.

Neymar’s other options

Neymar is understood to be intent on rejoining Barcelona and is ready to make a big sacrifice with regard to his salary in order to secure a return.

But if it does not materialise, the Brazilian winger has other options on the table, with Fabrice Hawkins reporting that Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia are keen on him while the MLS option remains on the table as well.

There have been talks about a club from Saudi Arabia signing Neymar from PSG before loaning him out to Barça for a season. That is an avenue the Catalans could explore if his current club do not allow him to leave as a free agent.