Neymar's previous Cristiano Ronaldo admission could spell bad news for Chelsea and Todd Boehly as they look to react quickly to Ousmane Dembele and Raphinha transfer blows.
Chelsea's attacking rebuild was starting to take some shape with Raheem Sterling's imminent arrival expected to be followed by one of Dembele or Raphinha. However, in a cruel twist of fate, Barcelona's first economic lever being activated has seemingly breathed new life into the club and this has made it possible for them not only to hijack Chelsea's deal for the Leeds United winger but also ruin their Dembele plans at the same time.
The 25-year-old became a free agent on July 1 as a new contract couldn't be agreed between Barca and his agent Moussa Sissoko but Xavi's side now have greater economic power with the fact that they can offer the Frenchman an improved offer, but on their terms, should they wish to do so.
