Neymar Jr Linked Again with Inter Miami — Could the “MSN” Reunion Happen?
It feels like every time Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez make headlines in Miami, Neymar Jr’s name isn’t far behind. Ever since the dynamic duo joined Inter Miami, both fans and media have dreamed of recreating the iconic “MSN” partnership that terrorized defenses during their FC Barcelona days.
Now, with Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets announcing their retirements at the end of this season — and Lionel Messi reportedly extending his contract until 2028 — those rumors are catching fire again.
According to reports from @TigrilloPeru, Inter Miami are set to play a friendly against @ClubALoficial on January 24th. The real shocker? Neymar Jr could appear in pink.
Fan Reaction: Miami Fans Split on the Neymar Move
Inter Miami News Hub ran an exclusive fan poll on X (formerly Twitter) asking:
“Who would you rather see join Miami — Neymar Jr or Robert Lewandowski?”
The result was loud and clear — over 60% of fans favored Lewandowski. Why? The answers point to a shift in perception around Neymar.
From Global Superstar to Question Mark
Once hailed as the player closest to Lionel Messi in talent, Neymar’s reputation has taken hits — both from his injury record and his off-field lifestyle. Fans have grown skeptical of his motivation, labeling him more showman than soldier in recent years.
That sentiment is amplified in Miami. After losing out in both the Leagues Cup and CONCACAF Champions Cup and falling shot in the race to Supporter’s Shield, many supporters believe the club’s priority should be defensive reinforcements, not another marquee forward. As one fan put it in a recent reply:
“We don’t need another star. We need a wall at the back.”
The MSN Legacy — Still Unmatched
It’s easy to see why nostalgia drives the conversation. Between 2014 and 2017, Messi, Suárez, and Neymar combined for a staggering 360 goals for Barcelona, including 131 in the 2015–16 season alone. Together, they lifted nine trophies, including the historic European treble in 2015.
No trio since has come close to replicating their chemistry or dominance.
The Reality Check — Neymar’s Future Still Unclear
Despite the noise, sources in Brazil suggest Neymar is close to renewing with Santos, where he’s found rhythm again — scoring 6 goals and assisting 3 in 22 appearances.
Still, his friendship with Messi and Suárez keeps the Miami door slightly open. And for fans, that possibility — however slim — is enough to dream again.
Have Your Say
Would you welcome Neymar Jr back alongside Messi and Suárez in Miami? Or do you think it’s time to invest in defense and balance?
Tell us what you think on X — and stay tuned for updates as the January transfer window approaches.
