Neymar Brazil return is again on the radar following a resounding endorsement of Brazilian legendary Cafu. The ex-World Cup champion is sure that Neymar Jr. could still do something to make a difference at the global scale. The past few years of Neymar have been questionable. Trauma and lack of consistency has brought his pace down. However, his entire legacy is strong. He continues to be the all-time leading scorer in Brazil and one of the most influential players of his generation.
Cafu was very bold. At his best, Neymar was technically even superior to Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, he suggested. This analogy has elicited controversy throughout the football community. But there was one thing that Cafu made clear. The recovery of Neymar will be based on his present condition. The determining element will be fitness.
The only factor that will determine his success will be the physical sharpness as well as the tactical preparedness. However, it will ultimately be Carlo Ancelotti and Neymar himself who will make the final decision. Looking back, Neymar’s career speaks for itself.
He developed one of the deadliest attacks in the history of football at Barcelona. At Paris Saint-Germain, he would later on provide goals and creativity. He has more than 450 career goals which show how he was consistent at the top level. Nevertheless, the discussion is not concerning the past. It concerns the present. Is it possible that Neymar still can play at the highest level?
Will he be able to cope with the physical requirements of international football? His experience and creativity can be beneficial to Brazil. However, the contemporary game requires hard work and commitments. Neymar needs to show that he has still both. His return would be emotional and impactful. But it has to be earned as well.
