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Santos wizard Neymar wants to join Alex, Ramires at Chelsea

Santos star Neymar wants to join the Brazilians at Chelsea.

Neymar has openly declared he wants to move to Stamford Bridge as soon as possible.

He told The Sun: "It was a family decision not to move last time. I spoke with my mother and father and it was decided it was best not to go at that time.

"But I'm preparing to move. I will be in a better state of mind and ready for it next time.

"There are already Brazilian players at Chelsea, Alex and Ramires. I know of Alex because he used to be at Santos although it was a while ago.

"And I played with Ramires for the national team, but I haven't had a chance to talk with him about Chelsea yet. I'm sure we will though."

Neymar's overseas agent, Pini Zahavi, said: "I have been following this boy since he was 16. I believe that he has the potential to be at the level of Pele, Maradona, Messi and Ronaldo.

"He has everything and the most important thing is he scores goals.

"Chelsea showed interest in Neymar a long time ago. The team needs this type of player and it's a perfect match-up.

"Santos is a great club and the people in charge are fantastic. I'm sure they will recognise that the boy has to progress.

"I understand why they wanted to keep him. But he needs to have his life and to become the best he has to leave Brazil."

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