Al-Hilal, a Saudi Arabian club, announced on Monday that they have reached an agreement with Brazilian striker Neymar to terminate his contract by mutual consent. The 32-year-old, once considered one of the world's best players, played only seven matches for the club, scoring one goal and providing two assists.
Neymar, who joined Al-Hilal from Paris Saint-Germain in August 2023 for 90 million euros, suffered an ACL injury in October 2023, which sidelined him. Despite his injury, he was part of the squad that won the Saudi league last season. The termination of his contract was agreed upon before Al-Hilal's participation in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup.
While the details of the termination were not disclosed, Al-Hilal expressed gratitude to Neymar for his contributions during his time with the club. Neymar's return to the field in October was short-lived, with his most recent appearance for Al-Hilal being in November.
Reports suggest that Neymar is considering his future plans, with speculation about a potential return to his boyhood club Santos in Brazil. Santos fans have expressed their desire for Neymar to don the historic No. 10 shirt once again, following his successful stint at the club, where he won six titles, including the Copa Libertadores in 2011.
While Neymar has denied immediate plans to return to Santos, he has hinted at a possible move back to Brazil in the future. The Brazilian striker has also mentioned his admiration for Flamengo, another top club in Brazil.
With the World Cup on the horizon, Neymar aims to secure more playing time to prepare for the tournament. As Brazil's all-time leading goal scorer, he is focused on making an impact in the upcoming international competitions.
Despite uncertainties surrounding Neymar's next move, his departure from Al-Hilal marks a significant development in his career, with fans eagerly anticipating his next chapter in the world of football.
