Al Hilal have identified Liverpool's Mohamed Salah and Real Madrid's Rodrygo as possible replacements for Neymar, while Manchester United are reportedly ahead of Manchester City in the race to sign Nuno Mendes.

Neymar's future is unclear - it seems he's not wanted in Saudi but whatever happens his career is worth celebrating in Brazil and beyond

In reality, the deal seems doomed from the beginning, but in this instance, one less global superstar making his way to North America is good news. Neymar, for all his fame and popularity, would be a failed signing for the league.

It is no secret that clubs from Saudi Arabia are tracking several Real Madrid superstars, with Vinicius Jr. being the most prominent name on their wishlist.The likes of Antonio Rudiger, Luka Modric,

Brazil striker Neymar said his former Paris Saint-Germain teammate Kylian Mbappé became "a little jealous" after superstar Lionel Messi joined the French club in August 2021 in a free transfer.

The Chicago Fire are trying to land Neymar from Saudi club Al Hilal. However, the task will be easier said than done to bring him over.

Neymar would give MLS even more visibility in the aftermath of Lionel Messi's arrival, but he also brings considerably more baggage than his former club teammate.

In an interview with retired footballer Romário, Neymar (32) has opened up on his relationship with Kylian Mbappé (25) during their shared time at Paris Saint-Germain. Neymar and Mbappé arrived

Despite talks between Neymar and the MLS' Chicago Fire, it remains "unlikely" that the Brazilian star will sign a deal with the club, according to

Al Hilal coach Jorge Jesus fears Neymar "can no longer play at the level we are used to." Neymar, 32, becomes a free agent at the end of the season and Jesus has claimed he is in the dark over the Brazil star's future plans.

After a contract extension with Real Madrid at the conclusion of 2023, Rodrygo has a striking €1 billion (more than $1.2 billion) release clause.