What do you get when you mix Brazilian flair with Spanish magic? A viral moment that has fans smiling ear to ear.
Neymar might still be figuring out his club future, but his influence off the pitch is as strong as ever. And one of the most exciting young players in the world, Lamine Yamal, just reminded everyone how deep that admiration runs.
From Idol to Beach Buddy
Yamal, fresh off a long season with FC Barcelona, is currently enjoying his summer break and he chose to spend part of it where samba meets soccer: Brazil.
The 16-year-old winger has never shied away from naming Neymar as his childhood idol. In fact, his dribbling style, on-ball confidence, and trickery often draw comparisons to Neymar’s golden years at Barça. Now, the two have gone from admiration to collaboration.
After teasing fans with Instagram stories from a Brazilian airport, speculation went wild. Was Yamal about to link up with Neymar? Spoiler alert: Yes, he was.
Footvolley Kings
Ney posted a now-viral clip on Instagram, casually showing Yamal kicking a ball around on the beach. The two stars were seen playing footvolley, Brazil’s beloved mix of football and volleyball. Yamal later reposted the story, confirming the beachside hangout.
Lamine Yamal & Neymar playing together🫱🏾🫲🏼⚽️ pic.twitter.com/BIcdntJEQD
— Lamine Yamal Xtra (@Yamal_Xtra) June 19, 2025
The footage sent fans into meltdown, especially Barcelona supporters who still carry a soft spot for Neymar and are head over heels for their new prodigy, Yamal.
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Vacation Mode Before Preseason Grind
Yamal’s summer break is expected to wrap up by mid-July, just in time for Barça’s preseason training. The new La Liga season will kick off in early to mid-August, marking the official start of the 2025-26 campaign.
Meanwhile, What’s Next?
Ney is still a Santos FC player at least until June 30, when his current contract runs out. There’s no official word yet on whether he’ll extend his stay in Brazil or move on. But while the transfer rumors swirl, Neymar’s clearly enjoying his time, soaking up beach vibes and mentoring the next generation.
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