In 2013, he even made the top 10 of the Ballon D’or’s individual shortlist, which is rare in Brazil.

Neymar took a pay cut from the previous 104 million dollar he received in the Saudi club. It shows his love and devotion for the place that he used to call home.

Rodrygo, Real Star, and President Teixeira gave statements regarding Neymar’s return

Santos’ president Marcelo Teixeira expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Neymar for his emotional return on January 30. His post will be cherished by many football fans as well as the Santos supporters.

It’s time for you come back to your country. “To our club, our home,” the president said, welcoming Neymar back to the club that helped mold him into the player Neymar has become today.

Rodrygo, the Real Madrid striker, said: “I’m very happy. Santos will announce it. “I still can’t believe that it is true.”

The official unveiling is expected to happen very soon, and football fans around the globe are eager to see if Brazilian icon can regain his footing again and reignite a career.

Neymar will his career be revived by moving back to Santos?

Neymar suffered many injuries during his time in Saudi Arabia. As a result, he was no longer fit enough to represent the Pro League team. 

Neymar is hoping that this miraculous return will inspire him to believe that he could make the 2026 World Cup Squad and be once again a shining star for a Brazil squad desperate for their biggest trophy. 

Neymar, in reflecting on his departure from Al Hilal, expressed gratitude. “Thank you for giving my family and me a new home and new experiences,” he said.

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