Real Madrid's hierarchy seems to have learned their lesson, and they have vowed not to pursue Neymar's signing through any back channel.
In a short press release, the Spanish giants have vehemently denied any intention to sign the under-fire Brazilian ace, mainly due to several reports that indicated Real's intention to pull a few strings to give way for such a deal.
Here's the full press release as published on Real Madrid's website.
"In the face of the constant reports linking PSG's Neymar Jr. to our club, Real Madrid C.F. wish to clarify that the club has no intention of making any offer for the player.
The two clubs enjoy an excellent relationship and, as such, if Real Madrid were at any stage to consider securing the services of a PSG player, they would approach the club in the first instance."
