After weeks of negotiations, the Brazilian star has reached an agreement with the Arab team and is expected to be announced as a new addition to Peixe in the coming days.
After 12 years, fans of Santos will likely witness the return of Neymar to the club. On Monday night (27th), Al-Hilal released an official statement, announcing that they had reached an agreement to terminate his contract immediately.
“Al-Hilal and Neymar Jr have reached a mutual agreement to terminate the player’s contract. Thank you and good luck, Neymar”.
Agreement with Peixe
On Sunday (26th), news surfaced that Neymar and Santos had already come to an agreement. The remaining issue was the Brazilian star’s contract with Al-Hilal, which was confirmed on Monday.
An important fact is that his return to Santos is expected to have a positive impact on Santos’s standing in the transfer market. Neymar’s presence is likely to be a significant factor in future negotiations for the club, similar to recent instances.
Moreover, it appears that Santos FC is anticipating an increase in revenue with the return of the star player. Several companies have already shown interest in sponsoring the club, expecting significant media exposure due to Neymar’s presence.
Details on the Player’s Comeback
Fabiano Farah, a journalist from Rádio Transamérica, was the first to break the news about Neymar’s future as early as April 2024.
This Monday, Farah provided additional details about the athlete’s contract with Santos. According to the journalist, Neymar is set to sign a six-month deal. However, this contract may be extended.
The player’s team is planning for him to participate in a competitive league and make a return to the Brazilian national team to compete in the next World Cup.
Lastly, Fabiano mentioned that Neymar has an agreement in place with Inter Miami, where Lionel Messi and Suárez currently play. The expectation is that after his stint with Santos, Neymar will conclude his career in the MLS.