Former Brazil international Edmundo has cited the Tyneside weather as the reason why Neymar would reject Newcastle United. Magpies cult hero Joelinton jokingly suggested his compatriot could join himself and Bruno Guimaraes at St James’ Park on the Cast FC podcast.
Toon chiefs have preferred a level-headed approach in the transfer market since buying the club last October. Superstar signings have not arrived so far, with Newcastle adopting a “steady-build” strategy to stay within Financial Fair Play regulations.
An unlikely proposal to sign PSG sensation Neymar would obliterate the blueprint United have followed so far. Earning a staggering £600,000-a-week, the 30-year-old is one of the highest earners in world football.
