Neymar pulls out of talks with FC Cincinnati

Neymar has pulled out of conversations with FC Cincinnati after becoming frustrated by slow progress on a potential move. Despite months of talks, the Major League Soccer side never made an offer. Neymar made his long-awaited first appearance in the World Cup on Wednesday.

FC Cincinnati sporting director Chris Albright and president Jeff Berding visited Brazil in April to meet Neymar and his father. Neymar was open to a move to Ohio if the finances were right, but nothing concrete was offered.

The forward remains open to joining MLS if the situation is right. His contract with Santos wraps at the end of the year, and he has six goals and four assists in 15 appearances for the club. He has 79 goals in 129 caps for Brazil and 216 league goals in club play, having lined up for clubs including Barcelona and PSG.

Brazil await their Round of 32 opponent, whom they will face in Houston on Monday. FC Cincinnati resume action after the World Cup break on July 22.

Brazil, Ohio

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