The Brazilian football prodigy, Neymar Jr. has been accused of plotting an armed assault against Agripino Magalhaes, an LGBT activist, Brazilian media outlet LO-Bianco reports.

The plaintiff, an assistant to a Member of Parliament (MP), has filed a lawsuit with the Court of Justice of Sao Paulo. He reportedly claimed that he fears for his life.

Argipino Magalhaes also accuses Neymar’s lawyer, Davi de Paiva Costa Tangerina, of making death threats against him.

According to Magalhaes's counsel, the activist was offered a bribe of $350,000 to shut up or he'd be killed. Meanwhile, the prosecutor claims that Agripino Magalhaes's refusal to accept the bribe led to the plaintiff being mobbed and robbed.

It is pertinent to mention Brazilian footballer, Neymar Jr is being investigated for alleged homophobic remarks. Argipino Magalhaes is the one investigating these allegations. The activist suggests that's why he's been targeted.

The Brazilian footballer is being investigated for his alleged homophobic rant. Neymar Jr is said to have made hateful comments directed at his mother's ex-boyfriend Tiago Ramos.

Ramos is said to be gay and according to Magalhaes, the striker said 'homosexuals like Ramos should be killed and impaled alive'.

The plaintiff says he continues changing his addresses, fearing for his life. Adding that he cannot work normally due to concerns for his safety.

Magalhaes is seeking tens of thousands of dollars in compensation. According to LO-Bianco's reports, he is seeking some $190,000 in compensation.