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Neymar
In a turn of events that has captivated the football world, Brazilian superstar Neymar is poised to return to his boyhood club, Santos, following the conclusion of his injury-stricken 18-month stint with Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal.
The news of Neymar’s imminent move back to Brazil has been confirmed by prominent football journalist Fabrizio Romano, who declared that a verbal agreement has been reached, with official steps set to follow in the coming days. The return of the 32-year-old to Santos signals the final chapter of a storied career that has seen triumphs, records, and heartache.
🚨💣 Neymar Jr back to Santos, story confirmed and HERE WE GO! ⚪️⚫️🇧🇷
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 27, 2025
Al Hilal have terminated Ney’s contract with immediate effect as the Brazilian will now travel for medical and sign in as new Santos player.
Back to Santos, back to Vila Belmiro.
Ney volta pra casa. 🔙🏡 pic.twitter.com/gmPu9uVdNa
Neymar’s time at Al-Hilal was a far cry from the dazzling performances that marked his earlier years at Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). After joining the Saudi Pro League giants in August 2023 with the promise of high expectations, Neymar’s journey was quickly derailed by a series of injuries. A knee ligament rupture while playing for Brazil in October 2023 kept him on the sidelines for nearly a year, and despite a brief comeback, a hamstring injury continued to plague his efforts. Neymar's time at Al-Hilal ended with just seven appearances, despite a staggering $104 million annual salary.
Al-Hilal has officially announced the termination of Neymar’s contract by mutual consent, expressing gratitude for his time at the club and wishing him success in his future endeavors. However, the highlight of Neymar’s story today is not his time in Saudi Arabia, but his long-awaited return to Santos, the club where it all began. Having made his professional debut at Santos and dazzling the footballing world with his natural talent, a move back to the Brazilian club is nothing short of poetic.
Romano confirmed that Neymar’s return to Santos is imminent, and the formalities of the deal are expected to be concluded soon. Neymar, who has become Brazil’s all-time top scorer with 79 goals in 127 appearances, spent the early part of his career lighting up the pitch for Santos before making his high-profile move to Barcelona in 2013. His return to Brazil marks a full-circle moment for the footballing icon, a chance to return to where it all began and finish his career with the club that helped shape him into the player he is today.
With his sights set firmly on the 2026 World Cup, Neymar has expressed that this could be his final shot at international glory, making his return to Santos a poignant decision in the twilight of his career.
"I know this will be my last World Cup, my last shot, my last chance, and I will do everything I can to play in it," Neymar said in an emotional interview, acknowledging the significance of this next step in his journey.
As Neymar prepares to leave behind the riches of the Saudi Pro League for the emotional return to his roots, the footballing world watches closely. A final chapter in a career that has included record-breaking transfers, stunning performances, and occasional disappointments is about to unfold in Santos, where Neymar will look to give back to the club that launched him to stardom.
The return of Brazil’s greatest footballing talent to his home ground promises to be an unforgettable moment, closing one of football’s most illustrious chapters and opening a new one filled with nostalgia, passion, and a final pursuit of glory.