Overview
- Neymar’s contract expires at month’s end, and president Marcelo Teixeira told ESPN he has a positive expectation of renewal but emphasized the decision is the player’s.
- Reports say Flamengo is exploring a short‑term offer through June 2026, presenting a competitive alternative to staying at Santos.
- Multiple outlets report a six‑month extension at Santos is close, though no agreement has been signed.
- Neymar vowed to push for Brazil’s sixth World Cup, sending a playful message to Carlo Ancelotti and promising to score if Brazil reaches the final.
- He will undergo left‑knee arthroscopy after a family holiday with an expected recovery of about one month, and Ancelotti has stated Brazil selection will depend on full fitness.