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Neymar Extends Santos Contract Through 2025 With World Cup-Cycle Option

Santos plans to leverage his commercial impact with an eye on his route back to the Brazil squad

Soccer Football - Brasileiro Championship - Santos v Botafogo - Estadio Urbano Caldeira, Santos, Brazil - June 1, 2025, Santos' Neymar reacts REUTERS/Thiago Bernardes/File Photo
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Overview

  • Neymar’s new deal runs through December 2025 and includes an option to extend through the 2026 World Cup cycle.
  • An image-rights agreement with NR Sports guarantees at least $15 million in new sponsorship revenue tied to his presence.
  • Recurring muscle injuries have limited him to 12 matches, three goals and three assists since his January return.
  • President Marcelo Teixeira says Neymar’s comeback has driven record social-media growth and significant commercial gains.
  • Despite reported interest from European clubs, Neymar remains focused on regaining fitness and boosting Santos from 15th place.