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The prodigal son returns home: the president of Santos 'confirms' the signing of Neymar Jr.

Published:28/01/2025 - 22:27h

Updated:28/01/2025 - 23:10h

Neymar Jr. will be officially Santos player once again, since the 'Bombazo' team is expected soon that its president, Marcelo Teixeira, advanced in Primicia

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And what was an open secret is gradually coming to light. Neymar Jr. will return to Santos in one of the most high-profile moves, if not the most, in this transfer market. The former FC Barcelona player has already terminated his contract with Al-Hilal, a team he passed through without much impact and to which he dedicated a brief message to say goodbye, thus breaking a contract that still had a few months remaining, as it was scheduled until June 30, 2025.

Once that bond with Al-Hilal was broken, where he only accumulated seven matches played, one goal, and three assists, the path for his arrival at Santos is more than cleared. In fact, it was the president of 'Peixe', Marcelo Texeira, who has jumped ahead of the club and, with an emotional speech, confirmed the homecoming of the prodigal son of the 'alvinegro' team.

Here is the speech:

"I remember, as if it were yesterday, when our eternal captain Zito, along with Alemão, came to tell me about another star discovered by the beloved and late Betinho. Neymar was his name. A name as different as his talent. And what talent. What a pleasure it was to see this boy grow and become the genius who conquered the Santos nation, Brazil, and the world.

You, Neymar, said goodbye to Vila to make your dreams come true. But you left a promise that we will never forget: 'I'm leaving, but I will return.' Remember? Surely this phrase has accompanied you all this time.

The time has come, Neymar. The time has come for you to return to your people. To your home, to our favorite club. Welcome back, boy Ney! Boy of the people! Come to be happy again with the sacred mantle. The Santos nation awaits you with open arms."

The conditions of Neymar Jr.'s arrival at Santos

A message that clearly suggests that the officialization of the striker's signing by Santos and his corresponding presentation should just be a matter of time. According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, this signing would only be for six months.

On the other hand, 'Sky Sports Germany' journalist Florian Plettenberg mentions that Neymar Jr.'s arrival at Santos for only six months would have a purpose: the clear desire of the striker to return to Europe. In this way, it is asserted that 'Ney' would seek to regain his level of play in Vila Belmiro, with the hope of once again obtaining an opportunity in 'Old Continent' football.

Will 'Peixe' build a 'Dream Team' around 'Ney'?

Furthermore, it is reported that an environment conducive to his arrival is being created at Santos. According to what was stated in 'UOL Esporte', the striker would like to form a 'dream team', and speculation is around the possible attempt to bring players like Paul Pogba, Sergio Ramos, Thiago Silva, Marcelo, Ganso, Arthur Melo, or Leandro Paredes, among others. The option of establishing an ambitious sports project is being considered, although it remains to be seen if it will actually materialize this way.