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Santos get ready for Neymar's big welcome at two stadiums

After Neymar's contract with Saudi Pro League team Al Hilal expired, Santos President Marcelo Teixeira revealed that the club had achieved an agreement to bring him back.

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After Neymar's contract with Saudi Pro League team Al Hilal expired, Santos President Marcelo Teixeira revealed that the club had achieved an agreement to bring him back. Neymar returned to the team he left in 2012; Teixeira said talks are underway to complete the deal.

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The club is organizing two major presentation events, one in São Paulo's Pacaembu Stadium and another at Santos' traditional home, Vila Belmiro.

Neymar only made seven appearances during his brief time with Al Hilal due to injury and the two sides ultimately agreed to part ways. According to reports, the Brazilian superstar has verbally consented to return to Santos. Teixeira has added fuel to the fire by sharing a touching homecoming video of Neymar on social media.

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According to reports, Neymar is accepting a hefty salary reduction from his lucrative Al Hilal deal to make the transfer possible. Santos is keen to bolster its team after winning the Serie B championship in 2024 and earning promotion back to the Brazilian Serie A.

As they attempt to restore themselves to Brazil's top division, Neymar's return is anticipated to increase the club's attractiveness on a worldwide scale and provide them access to a marquee player.

Neymar to be revealed as Santos player very soon 

Even if Neymar's transfer to Saudi Arabia did not go as planned, his return to Santos offers a chance for both repentance and rebirth. His recent career has been hindered by injuries, but returning to his childhood club presents an opportunity to regain his form in a familiar environment. 

As he returns to the team where he originally gained fame before making high-profile moves to Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, the trip will also be emotionally charged for Neymar and Santos supporters.

In preparation for his spectacular homecoming, Neymar's deal with Santos may be announced before the end of the week. The supporters of Santos are already buzzing with anticipation, getting ready to plan and celebrate their favourite player's comeback to the squad. 

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