Neymar Jr.
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Role: Forward for Al-Hilal SFC (Saudi Pro League) & Brazil National Team Santos FC & Copa Libertadores (2003–2013): Inherited football heritage from his father Neymar Santos Sr. Joined Santos FC youth academy in 2003. Made senior debut in 2009 at age 17. In 2011, won the FIFA Puskás Award for an astonishing solo goal against Flamengo and led Santos to their first Copa Libertadores championship since Pelé in 1963. FC Barcelona & MSN Treble (2013–2017): Joined Barcelona in summer 2013. Formed the legendary 'MSN' attacking trio alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez. In 2014–15, won the continental treble (La Liga, Copa del Rey, UEFA Champions League), finishing as joint-top scorer in the Champions League (10 goals) and scoring in the final against Juventus. Architect of the historic *La Remontada* on 8 March 2017 against PSG, scoring twice and providing the 95th-minute assist to Sergi Roberto for a 6–1 victory. PSG World Record Transfer & Al-Hilal (2017–Present): On 3 August 2017, Paris Saint-Germain triggered his €222 Million ($263M) buyout clause, shattering the world-record transfer fee. Captured five Ligue 1 titles, leading PSG to their first UEFA Champions League final in 2020. Transferred to Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia in August 2023; suffered an ACL and meniscus tear in October 2023, returning to competitive play in late 2024.
1-Tap Primary Ranking Ballot
Overview#1 Full List
Does Neymar Jr. deserve the #1 spot on “Top 10 Most Expensive Football Transfers Ever”?
#1 Neymar Jr.?
Verified Entity DossierRanked #1 in Top 10 Most Expensive Football Transfers Ever
Best Rank
#1
top 3 in 1 list
Avg Position
#7.3
across 4 lists
Community
Divisive Pick
ranked #1 to #10
Most divisive on “Top 10 Greatest Brazilian Footballers of All Time” — ranked #10 there
Community Weigh-In & Debate
Should Neymar Jr. rank Top 3 in Most Expensive Football Transfers Ever?
Ranked #1 on "Top 10 Most Expensive Football Transfers Ever". Cast your vote to back or challenge this spot.
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Most Argued About
“Top 10 Greatest Brazilian Footballers of All Time”
Ranks as high as #1 on some lists — but only #10 here. Fans are divided.
See the debate →The Internet's Surprise Pick
“Top 10 Most Expensive Football Transfers Ever”
Climbed to #1 — a narrowly contested win.
See the full ranking →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neymar Jr.'s highest community ranking?⌄
Neymar Jr. is ranked #1 on "Top 10 Most Expensive Football Transfers Ever" — its best placement across 4 lists on top10grid.com.
How many top-10 lists feature Neymar Jr.?⌄
Neymar Jr. appears in 4 lists on top10grid.com, spanning categories including SPORTS.
Is Neymar Jr. a controversial ranking?⌄
Yes — community opinion on Neymar Jr. varies widely. It ranks as high as #1 on some lists and as low as #10 on others, a spread of 9 positions, making it one of the more debated picks on top10grid.com.
What the internet says
Structured Facts & Specifications
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225,000,000+ (@neymarjr; #3 most-followed footballer globally behind Ronaldo and Messi)
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Birth Date Age
5 February 1992 (Age: 34 years)
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Common Aliases
Neymar Jr., Menino Ney
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Net Worth Range
$250 Million – $300 Million
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Current Club Contract
Signed 2-year contract with Al-Hilal in August 2023 worth ~$100M/year base salary
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Birthplace
Mogi das Cruzes, São Paulo State, Brazil
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Category
athlete (professional footballer)
Full Legal Name
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior
Birth Date & Age
5 February 1992 (Age: 34 years)
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