The 22-year-old Brazilian, who is seen as one of the brightest young players in the world and is in fine form. Expressed fears that he might
never reach the same heights as other legendary stars of the game.
Neymar admitted that he may never be as good as Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. Both players have been at the zenith of world football for the last few years, having won six Fifa Ballons d'Or
between them and one of them is expected to lift the individual accolade again when the 2014 winner is announced in January.
Neymar is in a fine form this season, with 14 goal and three assists in 18 Liga and Champions League appearances. Expressed doubt that he might never get to the level of the two best players the world over. He said this in his statement "I don’t know if I’ll ever reach the level of Cristiano or Messi," he told Globoesporte .
"They are better than any other player on the planet today. I don’t know if I’ll reach their level but I aim to improve every day. I always
want to better myself.
"Everything takes time. I’m growing each day. Coming to Europe has been a great experience. I was happy in Santos, but I wanted a fresh challenge and I hope to keep being happy."
The youngster was recently made captain of the Brazil team by new coach Dunga, replacing Thiago Silva as the team's leader and he hopes
to repay the boss' faith.
"I don’t know why Dunga chose me," he added.
"It’s a difficult question to answer. I don’t like talking about my defects or positive qualities.
"If he chose me than I can only be grateful and he will have his reasons. I’m happy with the responsibility and want to do well in the role."
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