Suarez revealed the conversation in Barcelona’s dressing room in an interview with Clank.
Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi tried to persuade Neymar Jr. to reject a move from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain.
Neymar created a storm in the European football world when he left Catalonia for Paris as part of a world record transfer in 2017.
Despite playing an important role for Barcelona, as part of a fearsome attacking trio, Neymar accepted the opportunity to leave.
The Brazilian was criticized for his decision, amid rumors he was frustrated at having to stay in Messi’s shadow at Camp Nou, and that the transfer did not result in another Champions League title. any more for the Brazilian player.
A move to Saudi Arabia in 2023 only adds to the sense of regret over Neymar’s career and Suarez claims he did what he could to keep his team-mate at Barcelona.
“We are very good friends and we know if we fulfill our roles on the field we will make Barcelona great,” according to an interview with Clank.
“If one of us doesn’t play well, the other two make the difference. It is a mutual relationship.
“We told him it was a mistake to go to PSG. If Ney wants to be the best, he has to be next to Leo. However, he has made his decision and that has left a void in the team.”