Revealed: The reason why Neymar could still end up at Manchester United

Manchester United are expected to launch a new bid for the Brazilian star as executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward looks to make a 'world-class' signing.

Barcelona are yet to agree a sponsor for next season with talks over an extension with current sponsors Qatar Airways having stalled.

BIG WAGES: Barcelona cannot afford to keep Neymar, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez

Barcelona's wage bill currently stands at 73 per cent of their revenue and Spanish football expert Guillem Balague says one of the club's forward trio may have to be sold if more money is not brought into the club.

"Barcelona cannot afford to give new contracts to Lionel Messi, [Luis] Suarez and Neymar as it stands - financially they do not have the power to do so," Balague told Sky Sports.

"They need to bring a lot of money in, if they do that they will be able to keep them, but if they don't they may have to get rid of one. That's why Neymar keeps leaving the door open for United and others.

"The priority is to renew his contract with Barcelona but no option has been discounted."

Neymar's father last week revealed to Spanish radio station COPE that United had made a £145.6m bid for his son last summer.