Neymar made a mistake leaving Barcelona, claims Rivaldo, with the Brazil international urged to favour a return to Camp Nou over a potential switch to Real Madrid.
Two years on from departing Catalunya for Paris Saint-Germain, another big-money move is being mooted for a €222 million (£195m/$260m) star.
The 27-year-old is said to want out of Parc des Princes, with a second stint in La Liga being sought.
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Madrid have held long-standing interest in the South American and would welcome the opportunity to do a deal if the price is right.