Neymar reportedly pulls out of discussions with FC Cincinnati after meeting with team leaders

Fruitless conversations

The Athletic reported

Still open to MLS

Despite moving away from conversations with FC Cincinnati, Neymar remains open to joining MLS if the situation is right, according to the report. His contract with Santos wraps at the end of the year, and he has six goals and four assists in 15 appearances with the club.

Neymar has 79 goals in 129 caps for Brazil and has 216 league goals in club play, lining up for some of the biggest clubs in the world - including Barcelona and PSG.

Currently in action

Neymar made his long-awaited return to Brazil

What comes next?

Brazil await their Round of 32 opponent, whom they will face in Houston on Monday. FC Cincinnati resume action after the World Cup break on July 22.