Barcelona were seriously interested in signing Neymar. According to Fabrizio Romano, Joan Laporta, Mateu Alemany and Deco all wanted Ney but Xavi strongly opposed the move.
Xavi's stance ultimately ended the transfer saga and Neymar decided to accept the huge offer from Saudi Arabia.
Neymar is already on his way to the Saudi Arabia Pro League where he will earn €150m per year. Al Hilal will also pay PSG around €90m.
Romano claims Barca would've struggled to register Neymar due to their financial problems and La Liga restriction, but Alemany and Deco had a plan.
Neymar was Xavi's ex-teammate for three years at Barca, but the 31-year-old did not appeal to the Spaniard when his name came up in discussions.
Xavi's preference remains Bernardo Silva who is close to extending his contract at Manchester City.
