Paris Saint-Germain superstar Neymar has reaffirmed his desire to leave the club after a short meeting with sporting director Leonardo, sources have revealed to ESPN FC.
The meeting occurred after the Brazil international reported for preseason training on Monday, one week after he was expected back in the French capital
As indicated through his father last week, Neymar returned to the French champions' Camp des Loges training centre after fulfilling his commitments back in his homeland, with Leonardo reminding the player of PSG's disappointment for his tardiness and consequent stance.
Neymar and Leonardo have spoken multiple times over the telephone since the latter's return as sporting director, while the player's father has also told the PSG exec his son wants out, but ESPN FC sources say that Monday was the first time that such a talk has happened face to face.
Although Neymar did not train with his club teammates and is not expected to feature in Tuesday's friendly against Dynamo Dresden in Germany, the 27-year-old did a significant amount of gym work and is expected to undergo further tests as his teammates travel to Rudolf Harbig stadium.
The ball is now in Barcelona's court after the €222 million man dropped a thinly disguised hint at his hopes for a summer move over the weekend.
The Spanish giants have already stated their confidence that Neymar wants out amid their interest and ESPN FC sources have revealed that Barca feel it is possible to still bring the South American in after signing Antoine Griezmann for €120 million last week.
Meanwhile, super-agent Pini Zahavi remains hard at work with Philippe Coutinho's agent Kia Joorabchian trying to ensure that the deal stands the strongest chance of happening with Neymar's fellow Brazil international on board for a PSG switch.