The Second Coming of Neymar Jr. at Santos F.C.
“I’m back!” Neymar exclaimed on social media, announcing his return to Santos Futebol Clube. The post, accompanied by nostalgic images of his time with the iconic Brazilian club, signaled a new chapter in the star’s career. > Your home awaits you. Your people await you. replied Santos X, welcoming back their former prodigy. The 32-year-old forward, once a sensation at Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, found himself at a crossroads after a stint with Al Hilal, where injuries plagued his time despite a lucrative salary. Neymar, Brazil’s top scorer of all time, joined Al Hilal in 2023, following in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema to the Gulf. However, his time there was short-lived due to a cruel twist of fate. A ruptured cruciate ligament, followed by a series of hamstring and knee injuries, kept him sidelined for extended periods. Jorge Jesus, the Al Hilal coach, lamented: > He can no longer play at the level we are used to. It’s unfortunate, but things ...