Neymar agreed to give up 63 million euros in compensation
Journalist Ben Jacobs, transfer news expert, said: “Neymar is about to reach an agreement to terminate his contract with Al Hilal, to sign a short-term 6-month contract with Santos, with an extension option. 1 more year.
Neymar officially chose to return to Santos, unable to go to Inter Miami with Messi
Neymar could fly to Brazil this week if everything goes according to plan. He will also meet Al Hilal management on January 27 to discuss final details. If he breaks up with Al Hilal, Neymar will still maintain relationships with partners in Saudi Arabia and be the 2034 World Cup ambassador.”
Meanwhile, according to the newspaper Relevo (Spain): “Neymar has decided to give up part of the amount of about 63 million euros as compensation when agreeing with Al Hilal to end the contract early (term until June 30). Through that, he will “It is expected that Neymar will return to Brazil on January 29. He will debut for Santos on February 1 and can play his first match on February 5.”
The 32-year-old star’s choice to return to Santos was based on advice from his team, including his father, Neymar Sr, who is also the representative, playing a key role, according to Ge Globo channel (Brazil). .
“Neymar is said to be suitable for the Brazilian National Championship with Santos Club, which has just been promoted back to the highest league in the country, and is given all conditions to play. Above all, Santos Club will also sell most of its shares in the near future. for Neymar’s team to manage,” Ge Globo channel revealed.
Before that, Neymar wanted to go to Inter Miami with Messi and Suarez, former teammates from Barcelona Club. However, the consulting team for Neymar believes that going to MLS (American professional soccer league) will not be suitable for this player’s current condition, based on his injury history, with the possibility of many injuries. Playing on artificial turf can easily lead to recurring injuries and can soon end your career.
Therefore, choosing to return to Santos now will be appropriate, to help Neymar gradually regain the feeling of playing and achieve his best physical condition. In 2024, Neymar’s father, Mr. Neymar Sr, lent this team more than 2 million USD to cover debts.
The recruitment of Neymar is considered the next step for Mr. Neymar Sr. to gradually control the team and buy back the majority of shares and investments while also calling on other partners to join in reviving Santos, the famous team. of Brazil, where the former “King of Football” Pele also played and became famous.
Neymar also grew up at Santos Club from 2009 to 2013, before moving to Europe to join Barcelona Club. Therefore, this is a return to the starting place of the now 32-year-old star, but also the beginning of the remaining journey of a arduous career with the final destination being the 2026 World Cup.
