Neymar had only just turned professional in 2009 but his outstanding talent ensured he was expected to become a Brazil football legend. Watch Neymar at age 17.
The midfielder was told by Rafael Benitez in the summer that he is no longer a part of his plans.
The 28-year-old was told that he would be training with the reserves on his return to Tyneside.
The report claims that the former Sunderland midfielder is edging closer to the exit door at St James’ Park with Nottingham Forest keen to sign him.