Even Paris Saint-Germain are in need of cutting some costs this summer and the sale of Neymar would greatly ease some of the economic tension at the club after Kylian Mbappe's recent renewal.

However, the Brazilian's high price tag and extortionate wages make such a scenario almost impossible.

Based on PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi's comments to MARCA, the club are looking for a change of identity, one that Neymar no longer fits into.

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Neymar 'refuses' to leave PSG; Ligue 1 giants 'need to reduce wage bill'

"We want young, talented, committed players with a winning mentality, people who want to die for this badge," said Nasser Al-Khelaifi in an exclusive interview with MARCA.