Neymar 2017: The Unstoppable Rise of Barcelona’s Brazilian Superstar

From a young age, Neymar was identified as a future great of world soccer. Since his move to Barcelona in 2013 he has progressed at an unstoppable rate, not simply coping but thriving under the pressure of expectation.

Having established himself as a vital prong alongside Messi and Suarez in Barcelona's attack, 2015/16 saw him vying to take the starring role. His performances made his a serious contender for the Ballon d'Or, an award long-dominated by the unfaltering Messi and Ronaldo. It now seems only a matter of time before he adds the accolade to his ever-growing trophy collection.

Fully updated and drawing on exclusive interviews with those who have known and worked with him, Neymar paints a compelling picture of the life and career of a global icon.

Luca Caioli is the best-selling author of Messi, Ronaldo, Neymar and Suarez, with worldwide sales exceeding 200,000 copies. A renowned Italian sports journalist, he lives in Spain and works for for SKY Italia and Corriere della Sera.