In reality, the deal seems doomed from the beginning, but in this instance, one less global superstar making his way to North America is good news. Neymar, for all his fame and popularity, would be a failed signing for the league.

But sources with ESPN in Brazil have tempered expectations over a move to MLS for Neymar, adding that if he were to play in the U.S., he still held out hope of signing with Inter Miami.

Neymar has been at the center of speculation surrounding his future with Al Hilal. While many fans expect a reunion with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami, other teams are targeting the Brazilian star. While Neymar recently admitted he would be open to a reunion with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami,