Topics: Spanish La Liga, El Clasico, Neymar
The 23-year-old had been linked with a possible move to England, following the tax problems facing him in Spain.

Barcelona star Neymar Jr. has dismissed reports linking him to a possible move away from Camp Nou during the January transfer window. Speaking to Mundo Deportivo ahead of El Clasico, the 23-year-old Brazilian wonder-kid explained:

“[My first Clasico] goal will always remain in my memory.’’

“It was the first goal I scored against Madrid in my first season [at Barca]. It was my first Clasico and I marked it with a goal.’’

“I’d always dreamt of playing in a Barca-Madrid match and I scored in my first with my family and friends in the crowd, but I still hope to do better than what I’ve done against Real Madrid so far.’’

“I’m accustomed to hostile environments as there are some great rivalries in Brazil.’'

Watch Neymar's first El Clasico goal

He added: 

“I’m having a great year. Since last season, I’ve been playing my way, as I played before [at Santos], and I’m very happy.’’

“I feel at home now. The first year was about learning, the second was better and I now feel more within the [Barca] family.’’

“We’re surprised that no-one expected us to link up so well. People said we wouldn’t have a good relationship, but I knew it wouldn’t be the case.’’

Speaking about his individual honors at the club, he explained: 

‘’For me, what matters is to win trophies’’

“The Ballon d’Or is always Leo and Cristiano [Ronaldo], who are worlds apart.’’

“I want to help [Barca] with goals and assists. I don’t care if I’m the top scorer, I just want to be happy.”

Neymar’s father created quite a stir in the Spanish media by claiming that his son would move away from Spain due to the tax problems facing the former Santos player. According to reports, the youngster would most likely head to Old Trafford in England if he left Barca in January.

The talented forward, who also plays as a winger, is expected to lead Barcelona’s attack against their long-term nemesis Real Madrid this Saturday during El Clasico. He will be assisted by Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi, if the latter regains full fitness before the much-anticipated derby. The Brazil captain has played in four El Clasicos, scored two goals, provided one assist, and won one penalty for the Catalans.