Brazilian tax authorities have frozen almost $50m (£34m) worth of assets of Barcelona star Neymar.

A yacht, a private jet and several properties in Brazil that are owned by the footballer are included in a warrant issued to stop the 24-year-old from using or selling.

The move was made by the Sao Paulo federal court after Neymar, his relatives and various businesses were accused of evading around $16m (£11m) in Brazilian taxes between 2011 and 2013.

Neymar, whose assets were previously frozen in September, has denied any wrongdoing.

Iagaro Jung Martins, who works as an auditor for Brazil's federal tax agency, told The AP: "He can still appeal that decision, but it is a step forward. Nothing changed to what was in place last year - if he pays what he owes, the case is closed. Our legislation isn't too harsh."

The alleged tax evasion took place while Neymar was playing for Santos in his homeland.