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Neymar Reveals Guardiola's 2013 Bid, Chooses Messi Instead

2/28/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In a candid moment on the "Podpah" podcast, Neymar shared that Pep Guardiola once courted him in 2013 to join Bayern Munich. However, the allure of playing alongside his idol, Lionel Messi, at Barcelona won his heart, a choice that not only fulfilled a childhood dream but also forged a legendary partnership that defined his career.

History

Historical Context

In 2013, Neymar chose Barcelona over Bayern Munich, fulfilling his dream to play with Lionel Messi. This decision sparked a legendary partnership, reminiscent of past duos like Pelé and Jairzinho. Neymar later became the world's most expensive player in 2017, reshaping football's financial landscape.

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Story summary

In a candid moment on the "Podpah" podcast, Neymar shared that Pep Guardiola once courted him in 2013 to join Bayern Munich. However, the allure of playing alongside his idol, Lionel Messi, at Barcelona won his heart, a choice that not only fulfilled a childhood dream but also forged a legendary partnership that defined his career.

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