Neymar is in negotiations with Chicago Fire, who have acquired the Discovery Right for him. The club's owner, Joe Mansueto, and director of football, Gregg Broughton, traveled to Saudi Arabia to close the deal during the January transfer window. The move is seen as beneficial for both Neymar and the MLS, with expectations high for his arrival.

Neymar is currently negotiating with three MLS teams, with Chicago Fire leading the discussions. A delegation from Chicago Fire traveled to Saudi Arabia to negotiate directly with Neymar. Chicago Fire has acquired the Discovery Right for Neymar, which is part of their project led by billionaire Joe Mansueto to revitalize the club.

Chicago Fire's delegation, including owner Joe Mansueto and coach Gregg Berhalter, is in Saudi Arabia to negotiate Neymar's signing, aiming to close the deal in the January transfer window. Chicago Fire has acquired the Discovery Right for Neymar, positioning them ahead in negotiations. The transfer is part of a project by Joe Mansueto to revitalize the club and attract fans back to the stadium.

Neymar might leave Al Hilal to join Chicago Fire in Major League Soccer (MLS), potentially becoming a rival to Messi. L'Équipe reported that Chicago Fire is prepared to make a substantial financial commitment to sign the 32-year-old Brazilian forward. Although Neymar's contract with Al Hilal is valid until June, both the club and the Saudi league are considering allowing him to leave in January. Representatives from MLS and Chicago Fire have already held discussions with Neymar's father and his agent, Pini Zahavi, in Europe. Chicago Fire has proposed a salary offer for Neymar comparable to Messi's earnings at Inter Miami, but Neymar's father is seeking a higher salary than that of the Argentine player.