El Clasico ICC 2017: Real Madrid 2-3 Barcelona - 5 Talking Points

#4 Neymar is ready to take the center stage at Barcelona

Will Neymar help usher in a new era at the club?

You thought there will be an article like this and Neymar won't be addressed at all?

The Brazilian has the club sweating over his future at Camp Nou with PSG reportedly extremely keen on signing the 25-year-old. A concrete conclusion to the Neymar saga is still someway off and if reports are to be believed, he is more than likely on his way to the Parc des Princes outfit.

However, with the entire transfer saga reportedly based on Neymar's unhappiness at being unable to win the Ballon d'Or living in the shadow of Lionel Messi, probably he won't need to move to France if he continues his pre-season form.

The Brazilian was Barcelona's best player at the International Champions Cup 2017, leading the goalscoring charts with three goals to his name, along with a few assists. It is not just his stats that make a compelling argument, the 25-year-old has shown a new found hunger in his game, which wasn't present in recent years.

Neymar was full of energy in the Clasico as he bamboozled opposition defences with his speed, trickery and a penchant for the spectacular. The 25-year-old has given enough proof so far in the pre-season that he is ready to pounce on the opportunity, allowing him to step out of the shadow of Lionel Messi and thus embarking on a journey to become the best in the world.

The Brazilian was still let down by his decision making, which was evident during the game as his overzealousness to score, cost his side a couple of good opportunities.

Neymar is ready to take the mantle at Barcelona and usher in a new era at the club. BUT.........