The 25-year-old laughed off claims he specifically requested the Liga giants sign his compatriot from Santos, though he does want the deal to happen
Neymar says Santos midfielder Lucas Lima would be welcomed with "open arms" at Barcelona, but denied personally requesting he be signed.
Brazil international Lucas Lima's deal with Santos expires at the end of the year and it is claimed he will sign a pre-contract agreement with Barcelona in July and join next January.
Santos are still hopeful of getting a transfer fee for the 26-year-old, but, regardless of when he arrives at Camp Nou, Neymar has assured he would be well received in Spain.