Neymar’s injury woes have been well documented in recent weeks, and now France World Cup winner Christophe Dugarry has taken a swipe at the Paris Saint-Germain superstar.
The Brazilian forward has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering a foot injury in a Ligue 1 match against Marseille last month.
And Dugarry, who won the World Cup with France in 1998, has taken the opportunity to take a dig at Neymar, claiming that he is “happy” the forward is injured.
“I’m happy he’s injured,” Dugarry said on French radio station RMC. “He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man.
“He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man.”
Dugarry’s comments come after Neymar was criticised for his behaviour on the pitch, with the Brazilian often seen arguing with referees and opponents.
The former Barcelona forward has also been accused of diving and exaggerating injuries, and Dugarry believes that Neymar’s antics have been detrimental to the game.
“He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man,” Dugarry said. “He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man.
“He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man.
“He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man.
“He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man. He’s a great player, but he’s not a great man.”
Neymar’s injury has been a major blow to PSG, who are currently second in Ligue 1 and are in the semi-finals of the Champions League.
The Brazilian’s absence has been felt in the French capital, with PSG struggling to find the same level of attacking threat without him.
Neymar’s injury has also been a major setback for Brazil, who are preparing for the Copa America this summer.
The forward is a key part of the Selecao’s plans, and his absence could be a major blow to their chances of success in the tournament.
Neymar’s injury has been a major setback for the player himself, who will now have to spend the rest of the season on the sidelines.
The Brazilian will be hoping to make a full recovery in time for the Copa America, but for now, Dugarry’s comments will be a reminder of the criticism that has been levelled at Neymar in recent weeks.
