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Neymar and Santos... Until 2026

Published January 1, 2026, 15:12
Neymar and Santos... Until 2026

Brazilian star Neymar has reached an agreement to renew his contract with Santos, the club where he began his career, until the end of 2026, a source close to the negotiations told AFP. Neymar had a difficult season with Santos due to recurring injuries, but played a crucial role in helping the team avoid relegation. The renewal was formalized with a cryptic video posted by the club on social media, showing an aerial photograph of the 'Vila Belmiro' stadium with the date December 31, 2026. The all-time leading scorer for the Seleção (79 goals, two more than Pelé) has not played for the national team for over two years, last appearing on October 17, 2023, when he suffered a serious knee injury against Uruguay. He has not yet been called up by the new Brazil coach, Italian Carlo Ancelotti, who took over in June.