The article reiterates previous publications that suggest Neymar underwent medical examinations with the club’s doctors, but also suggests that Los Merengues are confident that Barcelona are unable to match Santos’ valuation of the player.
Reports that Barcelona have agreed a first-option for the player were quashed by Santos management in the wake of the Club World Cup defeat, but it seems almost certain that one of the two Spanish giants will be the eventual destination of the player.
The article suggests that any deal with either club will take place upon completion of the London 2012 Olympic Games next August.
