Neymar joins PSG in Shenzhen

Thomas Tuchel could have Brazil star Neymar available for Saturday's Trophee des Champions game with Monaco after he arrived in Shenzhen.

Published : Aug 02, 2018 09:40 IST

Neymar's last appearance for PSG came in February when he fractured a bone in his foot against Marseille. (File Photo)
Neymar's last appearance for PSG came in February when he fractured a bone in his foot against Marseille. (File Photo)
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Neymar's last appearance for PSG came in February when he fractured a bone in his foot against Marseille. (File Photo)

Neymar has arrived in China ahead of Paris Saint-Germain's first competitive game under new coach Thomas Tuchel.PSG faces Ligue 1 rival Monaco in the Trophee des Champions in Shenzhen on Saturday.

Neymar's last appearance for PSG came in February when he fractured a bone in his foot against Marseille. The injury subsequently ruled Neymar out for the rest of the domestic season, but the 26-year-old recovered in time to travel to the World Cup with Brazil.

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Tite's men were knocked out at the quarterfinal stage by Belgium, however, with Neymar only able to contribute two goals at the tournament.

The world's most expensive footballer has a chance to move on this weekend, though, and he could be in line to face Monaco after PSG confirmed he has joined his teammates in China.

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