State of São Paulo, Brazil - 01, 2025 Neymar has officially returned to Santos FC, the club where he began his professional career, after a brief and difficult spell at Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia. The Brazilian star was visibly moved as he expressed his enthusiasm,

Neymar's return to his boyhood club, Santos, is complete.One of Brazil's greatest footballing exports, and still the world's most expensive player, has signed a six-month contract that brings him back to Vila Belmiro.

Brazilian icon Neymar has completed a stunning return to Santos from Saudi side Al-Hilal.The Brazilian moved to Saudi Arabia in August 2023 but injuries saw him reduced to just seven appearances

Santos FC announced on social media the return of forward Neymar to the club after 11 and a half years. Neymar's last team was Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal, which he left in early 2025 as a free agent. During his time with the Asian club, he played only seven matches across all competitions, scoring one goal.

Neymar Jr. agreed this week to return to Santos after a challenging year and a half at Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia. While the Brazilian forward was eager to return home, his market value has experienced a significant drop.

The 32-year-old superstar has struggled with injuries but hopes a return to South American can revive his career

Neymar (32) is on the verge of completing a spectacular homecoming and signing for formative Brazilian club Santos, L’Equipe can reveal this Friday. The Brazil international will leave Saudi Pro

Neymar's decision to potentially return to Santos stems from a difficult period at Al-Hilal. Injuries hampered his consistency, leading to his exclusion from the Saudi Arabian league.