Neymar is set to make a heartwarming return to his boyhood club, Santos, with a short six-month contract. This marks a significant moment for both the superstar and the beloved Brazilian club where his remarkable football journey began back in 2009. 🌟⚽️
Marcelo Teixeira, president of Santos, shared his excitement about Neymar's comeback. \"The time has come, Neymar. The time has come for you to return to your people. To your home, to our beloved club,\" Teixeira warmly added. \"Welcome back, Ney boy!… Come and be happy again in the sacred jersey. The Santos nation awaits you with open arms.\"
After mutually terminating his contract with Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal on Monday, Neymar ends an 18-month stint in Riyadh that was plagued by injuries. During his time at Al-Hilal, which began in August 2023, Neymar made only seven appearances despite earning a reported annual salary of around $104 million.
Neymar's legacy at Santos is impressive, having made 225 appearances and scoring 136 goals for the Brazilian Serie A side. His return is sure to ignite passion and excitement among the fans as he reconnects with the place where it all started.
