Hilal, the Brazilian striker has signed a six-month deal with his hometown club, where his return was celebrated on Friday. Plagued by injuries for several seasons, the footballer is hoping to bounce back.

Santos: A tearful Neymar was welcomed back to his boyhood club on Friday by thousands of Santos fans and a concert in the home stadium beneath an electronic sign saying, “The prince is back.” The 32-year-old signed a six-month contract, which he said could be extended.

Brazil forward Neymar will return to his boyhood club Santos from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal, he posted on social media on Thursday.

Brazilian icon Neymar has completed a stunning return to Santos from Saudi side Al-Hilal.The Brazilian moved to Saudi Arabia in August 2023 but injuries saw him reduced to just seven appearances

Santos FC announced on social media the return of forward Neymar to the club after 11 and a half years. Neymar's last team was Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal, which he left in early 2025 as a free agent. During his time with the Asian club, he played only seven matches across all competitions, scoring one goal.

Neymar was welcomed back to his boyhood club on Friday by thousands of Santos fans and a concert in the home stadium beneath an electronic sign saying, “The prince is back.” The striker signed a contract upon arrival,

Neymar has agreed to sign for his former side Santos in Brazil, saying "it feels like I'm going back in time". Brazil's record goalscorer, 32, is expected to sign a short-term deal at the club where he began his career.