A Brazilian billionaire has posthumously named superstar footballer Neymar Jr. as his sole heir, despite the two having never met. The anonymous man, who recently passed away and didn’t have children, bequeathed his entire estate, valued at over $1.1 million, to the Paris Saint-Germain forward.

According to the will, which was reportedly formalized in the city of Porto Alegre, the billionaire's decision was rooted in a deep personal identification with Neymar. He admired the athlete's strong bond with his father and saw in him a rare lack of self-serving behavior. The document allegedly states that the billionaire felt a personal connection to Neymar, a sentiment so strong it led him to bypass all other potential heirs.

While this inheritance would officially push Neymar's already massive net worth (estimated between $300 and $330 million) into billionaire status, the legal process is not without its complications. The fortune, which consists of various assets including properties, investments, and company shares, may face challenges in Brazilian courts.

This unusual bequest has captured headlines across Brazil and the world, highlighting the immense public profile and influence of Neymar Jr. The story is from Oddity Central.