Edmilson believes Neymar he has what it takes to replace Messi at Barcelona - if he focuses on his game.
Having spent time at Lyon and Barcelona during his playing days, the former Brazil international won a host of honours for both club and country and believes his compatriot can replace the Argentine when he hangs up his boots.
Speaking exclusively to Goal, 43-year-old Edmilson shared his thoughts on the world’s most expensive player.
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He said: “Barca will be thinking about Messi’s retirement. He still has a few years left in him, but in three, four or five years, I think Neymar could very well take the place of Messi.