Although Neymar was undoubtedly one of the most gifted athletes of his generation, the Brazilian’s career has been going in a negative direction. In the summer of 2023, the 32-year-old bid farewell to European football as the financial temptation of Saudi Arabia became too strong to ignore. However, Neymar has had a terrible time in the Middle East. Due to injuries, he has only made seven appearances for Al-Hilal. Just five games into his Al-Hilal tenure, the former Barcelona player tore his ACL, forcing him to miss a year of action. He returned earlier this month but suffered another injury. Neymar has gone back to his native country to receive treatment amid
rumors that Al-Hilal might end his deal before it’s up in the summer. Given that Neymar’s career is in grave risk of ending, what might happen to the incredibly gifted attacker next?
Which team will Neymar next join? Brazilian rumors claim that Neymar is keen to move back home permanently in order to rejoin Santos, the team he played for as a youngster. Al-Hilal is allegedly happy to let Neymar go, and the São Paulo club is reportedly devoted to returning him home. The transfer might work out well for everyone. Naturally, Santos cannot match Neymar’s outrageous compensation in Saudi Arabia, but they intend to supplement his base pay with incentives depending on jersey sales and sponsorship agreements. It has been alleged that Santos’ primary sponsor, “Blaze,” has a connection to Neymar and that senior club officials believe his comeback is inevitable.
as unavoidable, and it has even been proposed that the Brazilian might purchase the team. According to Transfermarkt’s Brazilian football analyst Marcos Watts, rejoining his favorite team might be the best course of action. Watts remarked, “I can see it happening and honestly I think it makes a lot of sense.” Neymar’s career seems to be coming to an end, mostly because of injuries, but it seems appropriate for him to return to Brazil, where he is currently most valued.
However, given that Santos is having some difficulties, particularly since being demoted to the Série B, the financial aspect of his deal should be intriguing. Earlier this year, there were rumors that Neymar Jr. and Sr. might purchase the Even if Neymar is unlikely to return to a top-five league, prominent European clubs may still be interested in him given his undeniable talent and stature. Before Neymar left for Saudi Arabia, Barcelona showed real interest in him and has been linked to bringing him back to Spain. Neymar would demand a hefty compensation even though he will be free next summer, or earlier if his contract is terminated. Watts, a Brazilian expert, doesn’t think Neymar will return to Europe and thinks the striker would regret never trying his hand at Premier League play.
