For several months, Naples toyed with the crazy idea of recruiting Neymar according to the Gazetta dello Sport. From January to May 2025, the Brazilian's name haunted club discussions, fueling dreams of dazzling dribbles and sprints at the King of Football stadium. Conte, Manna and De Laurentiis explored at length the possibility of integrating him into the Neapolitan project, imagining the impact that such a star would have on the game and the fervor of the public. But this fascination remained suspended by the fragile balance of the team and the need to preserve a coherent organization after the coronation in Serie A.
In the end, reason prevailed. With the arrival of Kevin De Bruyne in the club's plans, it became clear that adding Neymar could have created tactical imbalances. The Neapolitan dream of bringing back the former Barça and PSG star has therefore vanished, giving way to a team which now shines with its natural mechanisms and its collective efficiency. However, for a moment, the prospect of a Naples illuminated by the magic of Neymar (33 years old) made players, managers and supporters dream.
