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.

Brazil superstar and Al Hilal attacker Neymar is in preliminary talks with three MLS sides, including Chicago Fire FC, over a proposed move, sources have told ESPN.

Inter Miami, home of Neymar's former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi, isn't currently in the mix for Neymar, per the report.

The Brazilian is a huge name, but given his injury history and crazy demands he's simply not worth the risk for Major League Soccer.

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 could join Lionel Messi in MLS but the Brazilian superstar has reportedly stunned Chicago Fire after demanding a contract more lucrative than that of his former Barcelona teammate.

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,