The Santos forward is enjoying a growing reputation in the game and further enhanced his credentials on Sunday night by scoring both goals in Brazil's 2-0 friendly victory over Scotland.
With the game being held at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium, Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti and Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini were reportedly both present at the game, undoubtedly making the most of an opportunity to catch Neymar first-hand without having to travel to Brazil.
However, it now seems that City will have to take a backseat, as while Neymar has revealed he would entertain a move to an European side, he also spoke of his inclination towards living in London.
According to the Guardian, when Neymar was informed that top European sides were eagerly scouting him, he replied: "I also want this level of team and I want to play in Europe."
"It is a dream which will come true but I don't know yet when."
"It is up to Santos to decide. But here in London I could even walk in peace in the streets."
Neymar is no doubt eager to escape from the constant scrutiny of being labelled as Brazil's next big thing and playing for one of the country's biggest clubs.
International team-mate David Luiz was quick to announce his approval should his compatriot make the move to Stamford Bridge.
"I would love it it Neymar came to Chelsea. He is going to be one of the best players in the world."
If Neymar were to eventually ply his trade in the Barclays Premier League, he may find himself up against the likes of Blackpool's Charlie Adam and Wigan's Gary Caldwell, both of whom had a taste of the youngster's quality in the recent friendly and have no doubts he has what it takes to succeed at the highest level.
"He's been linked with every top club in the country so it's just a matter of time before he moves," Adam said.
"With the quality he's got, he would light up the Premier League."
Caldwell was quick to agree, revealing: "He's an outstanding talent. His pace and movement caused us a lot of problems in the game."
"I've played against some good players and he has to be right up there with the best. Sometimes young players like that can be immature but he looks like a great talent."
"He could have the world at his feet."
With Neymar already starring for one of the most famous national sides in world football, and with the accolades coming in with increased regularity, Chelsea may just be convinced enough to splash out one of the hottest talents currently and bring him to the streets of London."
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