Rio de Janeiro (AFP)
Neymar's father said Monday at the Fox Sports channel that Paris SG was "aware" that his son would not show up for training on Monday but only on July 15th.
"The motive (of absence) is known and planned for a year, as part of the activities of the Institute Neymar (his foundation, ed.) We could not postpone them and he will represent July 15. is as simple as that, no controversy.The PSG is aware and participates in the activities of the institute, "said Neymar Senior.
A few minutes earlier, a statement from the Paris club deplored the absence of the star and promised to "take the appropriate measures that result."
"Paris Saint-Germain found that the player Neymar Jr did not show up at the agreed time and place, and this without having been authorized beforehand," regretted the club of the capital.
The company NR Sports, which manages the communication of the 27-year-old, said Neymar had "commercial and institutional commitments" this week in Brazil.
"These commitments were made months ago, the PSG was informed and participated in these activities last year," said NR Sports in a statement.
"On July 10, we will have the registration of promotional spots for the end of year gala of the Neymar Institute Jr", a foundation to help children in difficulty in the coastal area of the State of Sao Paulo, whose attacker is from.
"On July 13th, he will be present at the Neymar Jr's Five tournament", an amateur tournament sponsored by a major brand of energy drinks.
"After these dates, he will normally be in training on July 15, as was reported to the club several weeks ago," the statement said.
Injured in an ankle during a friendly against Qatar on 9 June, Neymar was forced to abandon the national team that played at home Copa America (14 June to 7 July).
His absence did not prevent the Seleçao from winning its ninth continental title, with a 3-1 victory over Peru on Sunday night.
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