Hotter Than Ever: Neymar Talks About Playing With Messi And Suárez Again
Neymar has left open the possibility of reuniting someday with Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez, his former teammates at Barcelona, to once again form one of the most memorable attacking trios in recent football history. During his appearance at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai, the Brazilian star revealed that it would be "incredible" to share the field with his old friends again.
"We are friends and still in contact," Neymar said when asked about a possible return to the lethal attack that shined at Barcelona between 2014 and 2017. Although he made it clear that he is currently happy at Al-Hilal, the club he joined in 2023, the 32-year-old player did not rule out a potential move to the United States league, where Messi and Suárez now play together at Inter Miami.
"I'm happy in Saudi Arabia, I'm happy at Al-Hilal, but who knows: football is full of surprises," the forward stated. His remarks sparked excitement among fans, who fondly remember the chemistry he shared with Messi and Suárez during his time at Barcelona, where they won multiple titles, including the UEFA Champions League in 2015.
Regarding his departure from Paris Saint-Germain, Neymar explained that when he decided to leave the French club, the transfer window in MLS had already closed. Despite his former teammates Messi and Suárez being in Miami, the Brazilian opted for Al-Hilal's project because it was "very good" for both him and his family.
The connection between Neymar, Messi, and Suárez is remembered as one of the most successful in football history, with the trio winning multiple trophies together, including LaLiga and the Copa del Rey in three consecutive seasons. Neymar and Messi also reunited at PSG during the 2021/22 and 2022/23 seasons, although the Brazilian chose to continue his career in Saudi Arabia.
Despite his success at Al-Hilal, Neymar's words leave the door open for a future reunion with Messi and Suárez, igniting fans' hopes for the possible return of this explosive trio in the near future.