According to Foot Mercato, Manchester United have been keeping an eye on Neymar for the past few months. Even the Red Devils sent scouts to monitor the striker born in 1992 at the beginning of 2023. In terms of expertise, it is difficult to deny Neymar’s talent. However, the former Barcelona player has a relatively complicated private life and is entangled in a series of controversies.
Fans all know that Neymar is an inspired football player. In addition to playing time, he is very “hard” to participate in all-night parties. The 31-year-old striker even streamed CS: GO games live. In addition, Neymar also casually went to play … poker in the context of PSG having to fight in many arenas.
Based on the personality and troubles that Neymar has brought, it will be difficult for him to focus on playing at Old Trafford if he really joins Manchester United. Because, leading the Red Devils is coach Erik ten Hag. Right from the first day of taking office, the Dutch strategist emphasized the elements of culture and identity of the team.
The 53-year-old military leader is known to be extremely strict and disciplined, always requiring his students to follow the rules of the team. That’s why Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford were fined in the first half of the 2022/23 season. Even superstars, influential people like Cristiano Ronaldo were also kicked out of MU for daring to oppose Erik ten Hag.
In terms of gameplay, the former Ajax Amsterdam captain often prefers a player who is willing to sacrifice for the team and has a high fighting spirit. Lisandro Martinez, Bruno Fernandes or Antony are all considered “pets” of coach Erik ten Hag. On the contrary, he is not afraid to criticize if the player makes a mistake, contrary to the tactical intentions.
Remember during the Summer Tour, the Dutch strategist used to swear and shout at David de Gea and Zidane Iqbal. That’s a far cry from being at PSG, where the coach sometimes doesn’t have as much voice as the players. From Thomas Tuchel, Mauricio Pochettino or even Christophe Galtier, these coaches are powerless before the huge ego of the PSG stars.
However, MU was different and really changed since Erik ten Hag arrived. He is a manager, not just a coach. The Manchester United upper class gives a lot of power to the 53-year-old leader, including controlling, stabilizing the dressing room or choosing the right players to bring back to Old Trafford.
From those bases, the prospect of Neymar leaving PSG to join Manchester United is almost impossible. Or if it becomes a reality, it is difficult for Neymar to adapt when he has lived like a “king” at PSG. Now, what fans care about is whether Neymar will stay or intend to end his career at the Park of the Princes.
