Neymar is prepared to end speculation over his future and commit to Paris Saint-Germain, but any chance of a deal will depend on how far the team progresses in the Champions League this season.
Despite constant speculation about the Brazilian's desire to return to Barcelona, PSG are now optimistic about their chances of tying him down to a longer contract.
But a decision will not be taken before April or May and there is no deal currently on the table.
According to ESPN, the forward is prepared to stay in France but only if the Ligue 1 champions can change their fortunes in Europe.
The world record £198million deal to bring Neymar to Paris in 2017 was part of the French giants' ambition of winning the Champions League for the first time in their history.
But so far the move has failed to bring about European glory, with PSG crashing out in the Round of 16 on both occasions.
This season, they eased through the Group Stage, finishing above Real Madrid, but face a tricky tie against Dortmund in the next round.
It is now understood the relationship between Neymar and PSG, which has been fractious at the best of times, is on the mend.
The 27-year-old is now settled in Paris both on and off the pitch and feels at home in the club and the city, sources said.
He still has two and a half years left on his contract and informal talks have opened between sporting director Leonardo and Neymar's father.
The Brazilian reportedly came very close to reuniting with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez last summer, and has previously spoken on record that his unhappiness at PSG warranted a move away.
Neymar returned late to pre-season training after trying to engineer the move which failed to come to fruition and then he sat out the early weeks of the season with a foot injury.
He was even booed by fans who believe he has no desire to stay in France and doesn't deserve his eye-watering salary.
But his performances have remained strong, scoring 11 in 12 league games this season and notching up five assists.
spalbar
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NEYMER new year resolution 1. free from injury 2. colour hair style 3. stayed PSG if win UCL 4.if no UCL , back to injury
didadinors
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Neymar's right!! His talent and international exposure permitting, he needs to play in a team with concrete potentials and ambition. This isn't about selfishness but about keeping pace with the Elite!! Would anyone imagine Messi or Ronaldo in Benfica or Marseilles with all due respect????
witaclnsyz
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This young man has really ruined his reputation at PSG. He grew a big Ego and thought he was bigger than the club. it should serve a warning to the upcoming young lads. He thought he would dictate terms but now see. He really is unhappy in PSG yet Barca also r finding it hard to take him back. He really needs 2 learn 2 respect his employers first then in turn he surely will be respected by the fans
Bruh_Samir7
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That sprit he need come on don't care where ever your ligue 1 or EPL at longest your goal is to win ULC come we got this!!! This is our year !!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥👏👏
DorllyPizzle
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Talking about how the team progresses in the UCL this season? why don't you focus on your injury first cos as for me you are not always there when PSG needed you the most (the UCL qualifying rounds)
PSGFFL
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So basically, the contract renewal depends on him. Because we all know that PSG will go as far as Neymar takes them. If he plays, they have a chance. If he doesn't play, PSG might as well forget about the contract.