Brazilian star Neymar has parted ways with Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal, with his contract terminated by mutual agreement.
The 32-year-old forward joined Al-Hilal in August 2023 for €90m (£77.6m) but managed only seven appearances for the club due to injuries, including a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament suffered during a World Cup qualifier against Uruguay in October 2023.
Al-Hilal released a statement thanking Neymar for his contributions, saying: “The club expresses its thanks and appreciation to Neymar for what he has provided throughout his career at Al-Hilal and wishes the player success in his career.”
Despite signing a two-year contract worth a reported €150m (£129.2m) annually, Neymar featured just twice this season, with his last appearance coming as a substitute in November.
Neymar’s Legacy
Still the world’s most expensive player following his €222m (£200m) move to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017, Neymar has had a career marked by both brilliance and injuries.
After beginning his career at Santos, where he scored 136 goals in 225 games, he moved to Barcelona in 2013. In four seasons with the Spanish giants, Neymar won two La Liga titles, the Champions League, and the Club World Cup.
At PSG, he claimed five league titles and surpassed Pelé to become Brazil’s all-time leading male goalscorer with 78 goals.
What’s Next?
With seven months remaining on his Al-Hilal contract, Neymar has been linked to a return to his boyhood club Santos in Brazil. Though he hasn’t played for Brazil since his 2023 knee injury, fans remain hopeful for a strong comeback.
As Neymar considers his next move, questions remain about whether he can reclaim the form that once made him one of football’s brightest stars.
