Neymar to Flu? Ganso jokes about rivalry, says he wants him

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·8 December 2025

Neymar to Flu? Ganso jokes about rivalry, says he wants him

The 2-0 victory over Bahia this Sunday (07) at Maracanã concluded the Brazilian Championship, but the topic in the mixed zone was already looking towards 2026. Asked about the possibility of reuniting the historic duo with Neymar at Fluminense, number 10 Paulo Henrique Ganso did not hide his desire, although he approached the subject with good humor, mentioning his competition for a position with coach Luis Zubeldía.

When questioned, Ganso joked about bringing another star to the team:

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“I have to convince Zubeldía to make me a starter first, right (laughs). Am I going to bring another one?”

However, speaking seriously, the midfielder made it clear that the decision is in the hands of the new management, but his vote is favorable:

“But that's up to president Mattheus (Montenegro) who will take over. If it depends on my will, of course I want it. There's no doubt about that.”

The Physiotherapy Perspective

The topic gained momentum also after statements from Nilton Petrone, known as Filé. The club's physiotherapy coordinator praised Neymar's talent but emphasized that the player would need to fit into the club's rigorous processes:

“Neymar is the last genius we produced in Brazilian football. It's undeniable. What we need to know is how much Neymar wants, and whether he will align with what Fluminense proposes. Thiago (Silva) is very close to Neymar, and has probably been talking to him, not just today, but since that first moment at the World Cup.”

Filé concluded by reinforcing the need for commitment:

“Neymar has to want it. That's the first thing. Then, he has to adjust to the commitment with the procedural protocols that Fluminense has today. Fluminense today is not a ‘laissez-faire’ club. It has processes. These processes are established, and there is integration between the teams. Fluminense is an example of a multi, inter, and transdisciplinary team. It depends on him.”

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.