WHAT OCCURED?

Before leaving for respective clubs’ preseason, Vinicius and Neymar were seen interacting in Brazil. The Real Madrid winger, who grew up idolizing Neymar, expressed gratitude on Friday night via social media. “Never give up on your dreams” had never made more sense, it said in the caption, “when you become friends with your idol and he comes to spend the day with you.” I appreciate you very much, and I love you.

Neymar has been rumored to be leaving Paris Saint-Germain this summer, with Barcelona one among his rumored admirers. He had ankle surgery in the spring, but two weeks from now he should be prepared for his club’s preseason trip of Japan.

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WHAT NEXT? The duo will leave for the club season before likely linking up on Brazil duty during September’s international break.