In Brazil, a startling revelation has caused a stir: a businessman from Porto Alegre has decided to name Neymar as the sole heir to his entire fortune. The will, signed before a notary, stipulates that all of his assets, estimated at nearly one billion dollars, will go to the Seleção star upon his death.
A legacy driven by admiration
The donor, in his thirties, explained his choice by citing a deep admiration for Neymar. He stated that he sees himself in the player's journey and feels close to him through his sporting struggles, particularly his recurring injuries and the criticism he often faces. "I identify strongly with Neymar ," he confided, before adding that he considers him a "rare" figure in modern football, "because he is not selfish."
The businessman also spoke of his special bond with his own father, now deceased, who reminds him of the close relationship between Neymar and Neymar Pai, his father and agent. This familial aspect played a decisive role in the decision to leave his assets to the footballer, despite the lack of any family or professional ties between them.
A colossal fortune
According to people close to the donor, the inheritance includes real estate, investments, and shares in several companies. The exact amount remains unknown, but it is estimated at over $1 billion, a sum that would add to Neymar's already immense fortune, considered one of the largest in world sport.
A gesture that raises questions among Neymar's entourage
While the news quickly sparked a stir on social media and in the Brazilian press, Neymar's entourage has yet to receive any official documents confirming the existence and validity of this will. The news therefore remains surrounded by skepticism, even if it has generated considerable public interest.
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