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Rivaldo explains why Barcelona should recruit Neymar ahead of Lautaro Martinez: report

Barcelona legend Rivaldo believes his former club should prioritise the re-signing of Neymar from Paris Saint-German when the transfer window reopens later in the year.

The Brazil international parted ways with the Blaugrana to join the French champions during the summer of 2017 after they triggered the £198m release clause on his contract.

Neymar has since impressed with 69 goals and 39 assists from just 80 appearances but it has still been a disappointment with Les Parisiens failing to make any progress in the Champions League.

Writing in his Betfair column, Rivaldo revealed that he is aware of the ongoing speculation linking Neymar and Inter Milan’s Lautaro Martinez with possible moves to the Camp Nou.