Neymar's move to PSG: A hindsight view reveals a complete loss in all aspects.

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When it comes to the most shocking transfers in the football transfer market, Paris Saint-Germain's extravagant acquisition of Neymar a few years ago undoubtedly stands out. However, looking back at this transfer after several years, it becomes apparent that it was not a win for all parties involved. In fact, Paris Saint-Germain is now facing repercussions for this transfer and may potentially be subjected to substantial fines.

If we talk about the third person in the era of Messi, Neymar is undoubtedly the name that comes to mind. In terms of age, skills, and image, Neymar is the most suitable successor in the Messi era. Moreover, during his time at Barcelona, he collaborated well with Messi and seemed poised to be the successor. However, perhaps Neymar's mindset changed later on; he didn't want to be the second fiddle under Messi's shadow and aimed to lead a team on his own. As a result, he chose to leave, and Paris Saint-Germain paid a record-breaking €220 million buyout clause to secure Neymar.

However, looking at this transfer now, it's clear that no one truly benefited. Neymar wanted to lead a team to a Champions League victory, but his post-Barcelona career, in terms of both attention and achievements, fell short of expectations, with Mbappé overshadowing him later on. On the other hand, Paris Saint-Germain, despite spending heavily, failed to achieve their goal of winning the Champions League. Barcelona received funds from the transfer but later used that money to acquire players like Dembélé, Coutinho, and Griezmann, who did not meet expectations. The successor to Messi and Neymar never materialized, leaving Barcelona in a current state of crisis.

Now, Paris Saint-Germain not only failed to achieve its goals but is also facing a potential lawsuit. According to information from several French journalists and media outlets, Paris Saint-Germain is under investigation by the Paris anti-corruption department. It seems they won't get away easily this time and will have to pay the price for their past actions. Paris Saint-Germain's president, Nasser, is undoubtedly aware of the reasons behind this, so the club has not made any official statements yet. Even if they do, it's likely that they won't be able to avoid the inevitable tax payments that need to be settled.

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Neymar aims to take the lead, but Mbappé's overshadowing might affect his performance. Hoping for his improvement in future events through attention and development.

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Haven't seen Neymar for a long time now...

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Why keep settling scores with the past? What's the point? Without Neymar, PSG's influence might not have risen so quickly. Neymar still deserves credit.

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The transfer fee for Neymar still stands as the highest, initially making a massive profit for Barcelona. Unfortunately, due to the mismanagement of the then Barcelona president, the high-priced acquisitions did not benefit the team. Consequently, Barcelona now faces financial issues, burdened by past hefty player salaries.

Paris Saint-Germain's acquisition of Neymar significantly boosted their global prominence. At that time, Qatar had not yet hosted the World Cup, and PSG needed such world-class stars to enhance their strength and reputation. Although they didn't secure a Champions League title, PSG consistently ranked among Europe's top teams during those years.

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The transfer fee for Neymar still stands as the highest, initially making a massive profit for Barcelona. Unfortunately, due to the mismanagement of the then Barcelona president, the high-priced acquisitions did not benefit the team. Consequently, Barcelona now faces financial issues, burdened by past hefty player salaries.

Paris Saint-Germain's acquisition of Neymar significantly boosted their global prominence. At that time, Qatar had not yet hosted the World Cup, and PSG needed such world-class stars to enhance their strength and reputation. Although they didn't secure a Champions League title, PSG consistently ranked among Europe's top teams during those years.

The aim of attracting attention and accomplishing strategic goals through Neymar was achieved. The successful hosting of the Qatar World Cup marked a perfect conclusion to PSG's recent years. Thus, PSG cannot be considered a failure, given Qatar's substantial financial backing.

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Neymar still maintains a notable level of fame, and transfers are rarely flawless. However, there seems to be limited news about Neymar lately. Instead, he is often seen endorsing potato chip packaging, maintaining visibility through endorsements.

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Regarding Neymar, it's indeed regrettable. Among Messi, Ronaldo, and Neymar, Neymar arguably possesses the highest natural talent. However, his lack of discipline, characteristic of many Brazilian players, affected his focus on football. Neymar left Barcelona due to a perceived lack of opportunity against Messi. Unfortunately, plagued by injuries and a lack of discipline, he struggled to shine. Even in the Saudi league, Neymar faced challenges. Considering his age compared to Messi and Ronaldo, his early retirement wouldn't be surprising.