Overview

• He has played in 12 matches since January, recording three goals and three assists while recurrent muscle injuries have limited his impact
• The new deal runs until December 2025 and gives Santos the option to extend his contract through next summer’s World Cup Club president Marcelo Teixeira says Neymar’s return has driven record social media growth and boosted Santos’ commercial revenue
• Santos sit 15th in Brazil’s Serie A as they lean on Neymar’s presence to support their post-relegation rebuild
• Neymar turned down offers to play in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup to focus on regaining full fitness at Santos