Neymar Jr. breaks silence on his rumored return to Santos amid injury concerns: “It’s bulls**t”

Neymar Jr. was quick to dismiss any rumors of a potential return to Santos and stressed that he had a year left on his contract with the Saudi champions.

Neymar Jr. breaks silence on his rumored return to Santos amid injury concerns: “It’s bulls**t”

Neymar Jr. was in no mood to hear rumors on a potential move to boyhood club Santos (Via X/@neymarjr)

Neymar Jr. has been sidelined ever since he picked up a serious injury back in October. The 32-year-old signed for Saudi Pro League champions Al-Hilal for a €90 million transfer fee from Paris Saint-Germain in August of last year. However, after just 5 appearances in total, the forward ruptured his ACL while also injuring the meniscus in his left knee.

Ever since his injury, the player has put himself through a gruelling recovery process, sharing pictures and videos of his journey back to fitness. Surprisingly, the forward added two titles to his trophy cabinet while being on the bench – the Saudi Pro League title as well as the King’s Cup. As Neymar nears his return to the pitch, he quickly addressed rumors surrounding his future and life at Al-Hilal.

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No chance. It's bullsh*t. I have a year left on my Al-Hilal contract. I support Santos, but at the moment, my full focus is on Al-Hilal. I hope to have a great season after recovering from my injury.
Neymar Jr. told ESPN

Neymar spent 5 seasons at Santos, making 177 appearances and scoring 107 goals during his time at the club. He then proceeded to make the move to FC Barcelona in 2013 on a €57 million transfer.

Neymar Jr. shines light on ‘wonderful’ relationship with Lionel Messi

Neymar Jr., Lionel Messi, and Luis Suarez defined an era at FC Barcelona, forming one of the best attacking trios to ever exist – MSN. The duo played together in Spain from Barcelona for four seasons, from 2013 to 2017.

Neymar Jr. & Lionel Messi
Neymar Jr. & Lionel Messi played together for 2 seasons at Paris Saint-Germain (Via X/@PSG_English)

Following his move to PSG, the two split, but have still remained close friends over the years. After being reunited at Paris Saint-Germain in 2021, the duo played for two more seasons in France.

As of now, Messi plays in the MLS for Inter Miami while the Brazilian is in Saudi with Al-Hilal. In a recent interview, the player opened up about his close relationship with the Argentine and how their relationship has grown over the years.

We talk a lot. Even yesterday he sent me a message. He also sent a message when we won a title here too. He's a great guy, a mirror and an idol for me. Besides that, he is a friend I have.
Neymar Jr. said in an interview

Neymar has been left out of the squad for the upcoming Copa America in the USA as he recovers from his ACL injury.

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