Falcão – Brazil would do better if Neymar moved to Europe

The 20-year-old prodigy has long been linked with Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid, but has repeatedly stated his commitment to his current club Santos.

However, Falcão claims that if Neymar was to play in Europe, then he would be able to add new dimensions to his game - which as a result, would benefit the Seleção.

''I think Europe has a capacity, a tactical culture that we do not yet have here [in Brazil],'' the 58-year-old told SporTV. ''It gives you an understanding of the game.

''I do not know for sure, but for the experience and the culture - speaking from a footballing angle - it would be an advance.

''The national team would do better because he [Neymar] would have a different makeup, he would grow in a way that would help a lot.

Neymar's contract with Santos runs until July 2014.


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