|
|
Santos coach Muricy Ramalho: Neymar would have a tough time at Real Madrid
The Brazilian sensation would find it hard to get accustomed to a different and more rigid playing style at the Spanish capital club, according to his current coach
22 Jul 2011 20:35:00
By Luis Mira
Getty Images
Santos coach Muricy Ramalho has declared that forward Neymar would struggle to adapt to life at Real Madrid.
The Brazil international is highly expected to sign for Real Madrid as reports suggest the Spanish club will meet the player's €45 million [£39.6m] release clause.
Barcelona were also suggested to be interested in Neymar, and Ramalho has never hidden his opinion that the 19-year-old would better suit the La Liga champions.
The Santos boss has now indicated that Neymar would find it hard to adjust to Real Madrid's playing style, which is different from that of Brazilian clubs and Barcelona.
"Real Madrid's game is more tactical and Neymar likes to play as if he is on the street, free," he said during a press conference.
"Barcelona are more technical, they play a lot like Brazilians do, and that is why our players adapt there so well there.
"Neymar is not a tactical player, he is a technical one, so he could have a hard time at Real Madrid, if he goes there."
Earlier in the week, Neymar's agent, Wagner Ribeiro, claimed that the only pending issue for the player's transfer to Jose Mourinho's side to be completed was the payment of the transfer fee.
However, it is believed Real Madrid, Neymar and Santos have yet to come to an agreement regarding the date in which the player will move to the Spanish capital club, as he is keen to help the Brazilian side win the Club World Cup in December.
The Brazil international is highly expected to sign for Real Madrid as reports suggest the Spanish club will meet the player's €45 million [£39.6m] release clause.
Barcelona were also suggested to be interested in Neymar, and Ramalho has never hidden his opinion that the 19-year-old would better suit the La Liga champions.
| Bet: | Returns: | Santos £21.00 | Draw £32.50 | Fluminense £32.00 |
|
| Bet: | Returns: | Santos £20.50 | Draw £32.00 | Fluminense £33.50 |
|
The Santos boss has now indicated that Neymar would find it hard to adjust to Real Madrid's playing style, which is different from that of Brazilian clubs and Barcelona.
"Real Madrid's game is more tactical and Neymar likes to play as if he is on the street, free," he said during a press conference.
"Barcelona are more technical, they play a lot like Brazilians do, and that is why our players adapt there so well there.
"Neymar is not a tactical player, he is a technical one, so he could have a hard time at Real Madrid, if he goes there."
Earlier in the week, Neymar's agent, Wagner Ribeiro, claimed that the only pending issue for the player's transfer to Jose Mourinho's side to be completed was the payment of the transfer fee.
However, it is believed Real Madrid, Neymar and Santos have yet to come to an agreement regarding the date in which the player will move to the Spanish capital club, as he is keen to help the Brazilian side win the Club World Cup in December.
| Sign up with 188BET for a FREE bet up to £25 – Great Prices, Every Game |
|
| Open an account with Sportingbet today and get up to £50 in free bets! |
|
| Sign up with William Hill for a free bet up to £25 |
|
| Sign up with bet365 for a free bet up to £200 |
|
| Sign up with Paddy Power - Bet £10, Get £20! |
|
Make Your Prediction
Santos Futebol Clube - Fluminense
Santos Futebol Clube
Fluminense
Prediction Submitted
Most Popular Predictions
-
Santos Futebol Clube 2-0 Fluminense
- 16.42 %
-
Santos Futebol Clube 3-1 Fluminense
- 9.7 %
-
Santos Futebol Clube 2-1 Fluminense
- 8.96 %
Inside Goal.Com
-
Welbeck convinces Hodgson he is the man to lead the line
England beat Norway 1-0 at Wembley, with the Manchester United man hitting an impressive winner to stake his claim for a starting spot at Euro 2012
-
How England player's chances were affected by Belgium victory
Ashley Young all but secured his place in the starting line-up against France while captain Steven Gerrard put a good shift in. Joe Hart, however, needs to remain focused
-
Poll: Who should have replaced Cahill in the England squad?
Martin Kelly has replaced Cahill in the Three Lions squad going to Poland and Ukraine, but would Rio Ferdinand or Micah Richards have been more deserving?
-
Cartoon: Terry & Cahill add to England's injury concerns
Goal.com cartoonist Omar Momani gives us his unique take on the football news of the day...
-
In Pictures: The best and worst kits at Euro 2012
The European Championship is just around the corner and Goal.com distinguishes between the trendy and the passe at the prestigious tournament
