For several seasons now, Neymar is spending timely time only on football fields. After his visit to Al-Hilal leaded by a serious injury which held him dismissed from his sport for more than a year, the Brazilian terminated his contract to engage in late January 2025 with Santos. But then again, he continues the physical seeds. The latest could even sign the end of his adventure with his training club.
Santos published on Friday the results of the medical examinations passed by the “Ney”, in the aftermath of yet another exit on injury. “After recovering from a muscle injury and resumed training to find muscle mass, Neymar replayed. But during the first period of the match won by Santos against Atlético MG, he felt a new discomfort in the left thigh. Imaging examinations have confirmed a new injury, this time at the level of the semi-membraneous muscle. »»
And the press release added that Neymar had already started his treatment. On the other hand, there was no mention of the unavailability duration of the former star of FC Barcelona. The club just clarified that the player would be followed with regular and periodic reasons to adjust the treatment. Knowing the physical fragility of the player, the news is not very encouraging.
A contract that ends on June 30
But what will happen for the rest of Neymar's adventures in Santos? It is for the time being the big blur. As a reminder, the thirty-three-year-old man signed a short contract when he returned to Brazil. He is only engaged until June 30. If the duration of its unavailability has not been revealed, it could be around four to six weeks due to the nature of the injury. If we imagine a return at the end of May, Santos will only have two games on the program before June 30.
Despite his three goals and three assists in nine games, Neymar may not make old bones in Santos, any old glory he is. Will the player always dream of participating in the 2026 World Cup. Will he always wear the black and white jersey by then?
