Brazilian football star

Brazilian football star Neymar Jr. has reportedly been named the heir to a staggering fortune of £846 million left behind by a billionaire countryman whom he never met. The unusual inheritance has sparked widespread debate in Brazil and across the global sporting community.

According to local outlet RIC and several international media reports,  the will was formalized on June 12, 2025, at a notary office in Porto Alegre, where it was authenticated in the presence of two witnesses. The benefactor, whose identity has not yet been publicly disclosed, is said to have been single and childless at the time of his death.

The decision to leave the entire estate to Neymar is believed to have been influenced by the billionaire’s admiration for the former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain forward. Reports suggest that the benefactor felt a personal connection to Neymar, particularly moved by the player’s close bond with his father, which reminded him of his own late parent.

Legal experts note that the case now lies in the hands of Brazilian courts, which must verify the legitimacy of the will and determine whether any statutory heirs have claims to the estate. Under Brazilian law, close relatives are often entitled to a portion of a deceased person’s assets, a provision that could complicate Neymar’s potential windfall.

So far, Neymar, currently 33, has not issued any public statement regarding the matter. If confirmed, the inheritance would not only make headlines as one of the most unusual cases in Brazilian legal history but would also rank among the largest private fortunes ever transferred to a professional athlete.

The revelation adds a new chapter to Neymar’s high-profile career, already marked by record-breaking transfers, endorsements, and global recognition. Whether the footballer ultimately takes possession of the billionaire’s fortune remains dependent on the outcome of the judicial process.