While the rumours over the Brazilian's future continue to circulate, his team-mate expects to see him at Parc des Princes next season
Neymar's future lies at Paris Saint-Germain and stories linking the forward with a move to Real Madrid are a "media game", according to Javier Pastore.
The Brazilian is reportedly unhappy in the French capital and ready to leave PSG a single season after becoming the world's most expensive player.
A return to Barcelona has also been touted for Neymar - who is recovering from a fractured foot - a year after he left Camp Nou in a €222million transfer.
Pastore, however, echoed comments made in January by PSG team-mate Marquinhos, who said the press has manipulated stories linking Neymar and Madrid.
"I do not think he will leave," Pastore told Spanish radio station Onda Cero. "I see it more as a media game than his real desire.
"When Neymar arrived he was very enthusiastic. This club is not Barcelona yet and it is not the same to play in Spain than in these [Ligue 1] stadiums."
While Pastore believes Neymar will be a PSG player next season, the Argentina international feels he will be on the move after playing a bit-part role under coach Unai Emery.
"My cycle in Paris is coming to an end, I realise," Pastore added. "We will see for my future. I still have a year on my contract.
"I do not have clear ideas yet. I do not know how it will end. I will be focused on the end of the season, to finish this year well. You have to try to win the championship and the cups.
"Of course Spain is an option because of language and style of play."
PSG team-mate Angel Di Maria has suggested there will be "big changes" at the club for next season, while full-back Thomas Meunier told reporters he expects Emery to depart.
And Pastore backed up his colleagues, with Emery under pressure after PSG lost to Madrid in the last 16 of the Champions League, although his side are on track for a domestic treble.
"I think it will be a season where there will be a lot of changes," Pastore said. "This season, [sporting director Antero] Henrique came and he could not do what he wanted, he needed the time to know the team.
"There will be change. Many players have contracts that end, the club must start deciding what to do with these players."
Dharsenrao
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I’m a Madrid fan hopefully he doesn’t come to Madrid
Reeadkmnp
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we need him at Real Madrid
foebcdtz
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neymar would U welcom to real Madrid welcom...................................................m
AlexisZeerul
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recbinst
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Just come to Real Madrid
yeah how about him being a striker and replacing benzema
PransuBhaisora7
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he is right but if neymar want to win balon d'or .he needs barca or Madrid to win
rehan1207
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Just come to Real Madrid
Khureereh11217
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Just go back to Barcelona it’s a better club❤️💯🙏
neymarjr19
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Neymar will stays!
wiwcdnopu
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Whether it’s a “media game” or could actually happen, there will always be attention to anything with Neymar moving or staying. He’s one of the best in the world no matter what decisions he makes. (Like with money)
He is one of the best, but he wants all the attention. I don't think personally Ney is loyal to anything. All he wants is money and attention and he can do anything for that.
purvik123
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neymar plz join barCa again... I want to see MSN trio once again( though the players won't get a fair chance) but still u left barca with a great QUESTION MARK for ur fans
Arjun1994
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Stupid Media
Arjun1994
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Neymar is linked to every team on daily basis
zibuko
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Whether it’s a “media game” or could actually happen, there will always be attention to anything with Neymar moving or staying. He’s one of the best in the world no matter what decisions he makes. (Like with money)
Yeah well he's soon gonna drop in the pecking order since he chose to play in France, the are players who are making their mark in bigger leagues like Kanes and Salahs.
shray_srivastava
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I couldn't agree more, Media has taken up the oath to destroy Neymar's public figure. ✌️
thron
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I don't see that and want that to happen! I mean 222 M move is a lot and Real won'r waste such a big amount on single player when we have problem in almost 6 positions!
JibriilWahil
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Whoever told you loyalty is a virtue was telling you a lie.
Bro I know that is not the saying. i know the saying is patient is a virtue but you will get it
JehirulKhan07
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No it is not a media game it's papa Perez's game😂
azarcena
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ok I understand
29356899(deleted)
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There is no trusting neymar you will never no when he will betray you. loyalty is a virtue and neymar has none don't be surprised if he leaves
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Whoever told you loyalty is a virtue was telling you a lie.
Ezzylex
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😂😂😂
Lexxy01
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Gambling Neymar. You can go to delphine cos you want to shine brighter than the team itself.
Ezzylex
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😁😁Neymar wants to continue to keep the record as the costliest player
Ezzylex
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😁😁Neymar wants to continue to keep the costliest player
Ezzylex
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Neymar leaving PSG will make him a gambler.
Cukacdprtu
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How I wish this could come to pass
Baeknorsuz
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My New Real Madrid Squad 2018-19 Season.Hala Madrid💪💯✔
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Tahirmtahir
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My New Real Madrid Squad 2018-19 Season.Hala Madrid💪💯✔
Messifanatic
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Neymar should leave and remember this As just a hurdle in his career
Luka_Modric10
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neymar going back to Barca, his true home :)
to late
locarinhooo
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neymar going back to Barca, his true home :)
JibriilWahil
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There is no trusting neymar you will never no when he will betray you. loyalty is a virtue and neymar has none don't be surprised if he leaves
U.S.A4088203
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Why the hell would he go to real . Get over this already
dreinhard109
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Whether it’s a “media game” or could actually happen, there will always be attention to anything with Neymar moving or staying. He’s one of the best in the world no matter what decisions he makes. (Like with money)
Luiscorp5
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Well you are an employee just as any other player, your boss will not tell you his business plans. So, thats your own opinion and your boss has his