With the official announcement expected on Friday, 32-year-old Brazilian International-all the most expensive footballer in the world after moving to Paris St. Germain in 2017-Zayavi that he could not “hold him until tomorrow”.
In a video posted on his 64 million X -sophisticated followers, Neymar said, “Hey, boys, I feel like I’m going back in time.
“I’m here with my friends and family and they helped me write a few things.
“I just can’t keep it until tomorrow. My family and friends already know my decision. I will sign the contract with Santos Futebol Club.
“I want to thank my fans from all over the world, wishing that moment to come true for a long time.
“It’s been nearly 12 years since I left … and it seems like it was yesterday.
“My feelings for the club and fans have never changed.”
Neymar made his Santos debut in March 2009 at the age of 17 and scored 136 goals in 225 games before joining Barcelona in 2013.
He made 186 participations in four seasons in Spain, winning two Laliga, Champions League titles and the club’s World Cup before his World Record Move to PSG.
Neymar won five titles in Paris before moving to Saudi Arabia when he joined Al Hilal in August 2023.
“I lived wonderful moments in Riyadh,” Neymar said, three days after Al-Hilal announced that his contract had been terminated with mutual agreement.
“But I suffered a very serious injury that prevented me from returning the service the way I would like.
“Now I have to play again. Only a club like Santos can provide the love that must prepare for the upcoming challenges in the coming years.
“I hope you are all with me in this next step in my life. I am grateful for all your support even at my most difficult times.
“There were many of them, but to play football, doing what I love in life most is what makes me happy.”