Neymar, a striker for Brazil, announced on social media Thursday that he will be rejoining his childhood team, Santos, from Al-Hilal, a Saudi Pro League team.
The 32-year-old Neymar signed Al-Hilal from Paris St. Germain in 2023 for an estimated 90 million euros ($93.8 million), but he only made seven matches before sustaining a catastrophic knee injury.
“Playing football that’s what I love the most. My family and friends already know my decision, I’ll sign sign the contract with Santos Futebol Clube,” Neymar said on a video posted on Instagram.
“To be born, live and die for Santos is an honour only a few have… I’m sure only Santos can provide the love I need to prepare for the coming challenges of the next years,” he added.
