Santos, the renowned Brazilian football club that played a pivotal role in Neymar's rise to stardom, has taken the step to encourage his return by creating an AI-generated video featuring Pele.
Neymar's journey in Saudi Arabia has been challenging, marked by injuries, and there are rumours that he may consider a move back to his roots with Santos. The Serie B club is actively exploring avenues to welcome the star back and has even produced a heartfelt video, narrated by Pele, that has reportedly touched Neymar's father.
Neymar to return to Santos for a short stint
A potential return to Brazil isn't the only possibility for Neymar as he navigates his current situation. With the 32-year-old still unregistered at Al-Hilal, it seems increasingly likely that he will explore new opportunities. There have been enticing rumours about reuniting with former teammates Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez at Inter Miami, and Neymar himself has expressed enthusiasm about the prospect of pairing with them.
If Neymar remains unregistered by Al-Hilal before the window closes, his participation will be limited to Asian Champions League matches. Head coach Jorge Jesus recently shared insights during a press conference, highlighting that Neymar, after nearly a year away from competitive play, is working hard to catch up with the pace and dynamics of his teammates in training. However, his childhood club Santos FC is in pursuit of signing him on a loan deal and later a full-time deal once he becomes a free agent.
Neymar is reportedly eager to compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to take place in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. This ambition might be a reason why numerous Major League Soccer clubs are showing interest in him. The Chicago Fire is believed to be in the running for his signature. Now that Neymar is back in action, he is likely to decide his future sooner rather than later.
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