Speaking on the podcast, Neymar claimed Lionel Messi's arrival in the summer of 2021 was detrimental to his partnership with Mbappe, who allegedly grew "jealous" of his relationship with the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner. “Mbappe was not annoying. When Messi came, I think he became a little jealous," he said, as per Fabrizio Romano.

NEYMAR has opened up about his relationship with Kylian Mbappe, which he reckons went downhill after Lionel Messi joined Paris Saint-Germain. The trio were made up the French champion’s

Germain, uniting the Argentine with Neymar Junior and Kylian Mbappe, it looked as if it could be one of the most fearsome attacks seen the history of football.

Neymar and Kylian Mbappe both joined PSG in 2017, and for awhile it seemed like the dynamic duo would truly capture every title with the French club. However, despite having tons of league success PSG couldn't get over that final hurdle in European competition.

Neymar shares how Lionel Messi’s arrival at PSG sparked jealousy in Mbappe and how egos derailed the club’s success.

After three more years, Neymar left PSG to join Al-Hilal, and rumors emerged of a strained relationship between the Brazilian and Frenchman. While speaking to former Brazilian player Romário, the ex-PSG standout set the record straight regarding his relationship with the now Real Madrid superstar.

Neymar recently claimed Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe was "a little jealous" of Lionel Messi when he joined PSG. The Inter Miami star played two seasons in France.

Neymar has claimed that Lionel Messi’s arrival at Paris Saint-Germain led to "jealousy" and "a change in behaviour" from Kylian Mbappe.

Al Hilal have identified Liverpool's Mohamed Salah and Real Madrid's Rodrygo as possible replacements for Neymar, while Manchester United are reportedly ahead of Manchester City in the race to sign Nuno Mendes.

Neymar's future is unclear - it seems he's not wanted in Saudi but whatever happens his career is worth celebrating in Brazil and beyond