Neymar Jr. left PSG to join Saudi club Al-Hilal before the end of his term. The Brazilian star has since returned to his childhood club Santos. However, his contract with Santos is only six months.
Neymar has a one-year optional contract with the Brazilian club. That is, if the situation is favorable and you can see yourself in a good position, there is a chance to stay there for another year. If Neymar can return to form, there is a possibility of playing in the 2026 World Cup in Brazil’s jersey.
Neymar is only 33 years old. Many have questioned why he made such a short contract? “This agreement is not just for me and Santos, it’s an agreement to help each other,” Neymar said. Santos gave me the opportunity to play football with joy again. I want Santos to turn around. So I didn’t sign a long contract because I don’t know how my time will go, how much I will enjoy football. A lot can happen in six months.
Neymar also said that this is not just a six-month project. Both parties are likely to renew their contracts. He is also working to ensure that Santos can turn around financially and get good sponsors. Neymar believes Santos will return to the top of Brazilian football.