Neymar denies Barcelona deal in place

Brazilian striker Neymar has denied that a pre-contract agreement has been made for a transfer to European giants Barcelona. This news will boost Man City, who have been linked with the forward for over a year.

Man City's shortlist includes that of Neymar and Colombian forward Falcao, as there continues to be some question marks over the long term future of strikers Carlos Tevez, Edin Dzeko and Mario Balotelli and the Etihad.


"I have no agreement with Barcelona or anyone else,” said the 20-year-old.


"The only thing I have signed is with Santos, and I’m happy. They’re a big club with whom I’m under contract until 2014.


"The most important thing is to be happy, and I’m with my family. My objective is to help Santos and Brazil, and the best will come with hard work."