Neymar reveals his surprising best midfielder in the world

Published: January 24, 2026

By: Nicolas Gerbault

Who is the best midfielder in the world? Some will answer Vitinha, others Pedri, while the names of Rodri, Nicolo Barella or Nicolo Barella, among others, will also come up in the answers. But Neymar has a very different opinion, and he made it known when he was asked who he thinks is the best in the world in this position.

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“Arda Güler is an incredible player, he has a lot of talent. He’s the best midfielder in the world.”indicated the Brazilian star. Surprising comments, but which may have an explanation: he was talking about football with a Turkish influencer…

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.