BREAKING NEWS: “I want to finish my professional career at Arsenal, but only if they sell the £60m player. He’s the only person I don’t want to play alongside in my career,” Neymar Jr. reveals the single condition preventing him from joining Arsenal by January.

Neymar Jr. has expressed interest in finishing his career at Arsenal, but there’s one major obstacle: he insists the club must sell a £60 million player, with whom he does not wish to share the pitch. This condition has held him back from joining the North London team as early as January.

Former Arsenal midfielder Gilberto Silva, however, has voiced his support for Neymar’s potential move to the Premier League, specifically to Arsenal. Gilberto acknowledged that although Neymar’s transfer to Arsenal may seem improbable, it’s not entirely out of reach.

He expressed excitement at the prospect of Neymar playing in England, believing it would elevate the competition and bring joy to fans. For Gilberto, Neymar joining Arsenal would be a significant move, one that could greatly impact both the player and the league.

Neymar, now 32, has had a rough first season in the Saudi Pro League after leaving Paris Saint-Germain for Al-Hilal. He played only five matches, recording one goal and three assists, before suffering a serious knee injury, tearing both his anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus.

The injury has sidelined him since October, and he missed this summer’s Copa America as a result. Neymar underwent surgery and is currently working towards regaining full fitness, with plans to return during pre-season as Al-Hilal prepares to defend their title.

Though his move to Saudi Arabia raised eyebrows, especially among Brazilian fans who questioned the level of competition, Neymar’s commitment to the league remains. Nevertheless, his injury has sparked debate about his decision, though Gilberto argues that injuries can happen in any league, including Europe.

While the Saudi Pro League may lack the prestige of Europe’s top divisions, Neymar’s talents are still undeniable, and a move back to Europe, particularly to Arsenal, would be welcomed by many.

Neymar has long admired the Premier League and previously mentioned Arsenal as a club he could see himself playing for, alongside other top teams like Manchester United, Chelsea, and Liverpool. Whether this potential transfer materializes depends on the resolution of Neymar’s personal condition for joining Arsenal.