Madrid: FC Barcelona have roped in the talented 20 year old Brazilian striker Neymar for the 2014 season, reported the Cadena Ser radio.

It was claimed that the Spanish giants have already paid 14.5 million euros ($19 million) of the total 58-million-euro transfer fee to Santos where he is currently playing.

"According to several reliable sources Barca have already paid a quarter of the 58 million euros to Santos to guarantee the transfer of the player," said Cadena SER.

The transfer is expected to be after the 2014 World Cup as claimed by SER.

By Indian Sports News Network