The Chicago Fire have held discussions to sign Brazilian star Neymar, according to multiple sources who have been briefed on the talks, but a deal to bring the former Barcelona and PSG forward to the United States remains unlikely.

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.

If Neymar arrives in MLS, Inter Miami seemed like the logical choice due to his connections, but it appears other clubs are trying to land him

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.

The MLS continues to aim high, this time exploring the possibility of bringing Neymar Jr as its next major star. After an initial approach by Inter

Neymar could be joining the MLS soon. Per ESPN's Jeff Carlisle, the Brazil and Al Hilal star is in talks with three MLS teams about a possible

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,

It appears that Neymar to MLS may no longer be the pipe dream it was once considered. The Brazilian has reportedly entered discussions with the Chicago Fire about a potential move, and while talks are very much preliminary,

Neymar’s much-anticipated reunion with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami could be on the rock with the shock news that another MLS franchise is moving to sign the Brazil international attack.