Neymar, the Brazilian forward who currently plays for Saudi League side Al-Hilal, has expressed his interest in playing for several Premier League clubs, including Arsenal. Despite a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia last year in a £77.4 million deal, Neymar’s time with Al-Hilal has been marred by a serious ACL injury that has restricted him to just five appearances.
Former Arsenal legend Gilberto Silva believes that Neymar’s struggles in Saudi could open the door for a potential move to Arsenal. Speaking to Bet365, Silva expressed his desire to see Neymar in the Premier League, stating that it would bring joy to fans and elevate the competition. He added that having one of the best players in the world in the Premier League would make it even more special.
Neymar himself has previously mentioned his admiration for the Premier League and expressed a desire to play for clubs like Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, and Liverpool. In 2017, he stated that he was amazed by the championship and its playing style. However, the Brazilian ultimately left Barcelona for Paris Saint-Germain in a record-breaking transfer worth £198 million.
During his time in France, Neymar won the French league title five times with PSG. However, his future at the club has been the subject of speculation in recent years, and a move to the Premier League could be on the horizon.
While Neymar’s potential move to Arsenal is not confirmed, his interest in playing in the Premier League and Gilberto Silva’s endorsement certainly add fuel to the speculation. As fans eagerly await developments, it remains to be seen whether Neymar will make his mark in the English top flight.