Ronaldinho says Barcelona ace Neymar would thrive in the Premier League.

Neymar's father revealed this week that his son could be forced to leave current club Barcelona over ongoing scrutiny concerning the player's tax issues.

That has put Premier League clubs, led by Manchester United, on red alert to Neymar's potential availability next summer, with his release clause currently standing at £140m.

Ronaldinho told the Mirror: “He could and would succeed at any league in the world. Of course, there are always transition periods. But when you have that much ability you will succeed in any league in any country.

“England is not an easy league to succeed in, but yes of course he would be a success there.

“I can't see why Barcelona would want to allow him to leave, but if he was to, I'm sure that it would have to be for a record fee."