Santos’ Neymar in motion in opposition to Cruzeiro within the Brasileiro Championship, Estadio Urbano Caldeira, Santos, Brazil, December 7, 2025. — Reuters
Brazil striker Neymar, who prolonged his contract together with his childhood membership Santos final month, stated that he could retire by the tip of the yr.
The 34-year-old ahead returned to his boyhood membership Santos in January 2025 and performed a key position of their survival within the Brazilian high flight, scoring 5 instances of their final 5 matches.
However Neymar, who has struggled with accidents in latest seasons, stays uncertain for participation on the World Cup this yr.
“I don’t know what will happen from now on, I don’t know about next year,” he informed Brazilian on-line channel Caze on Friday.
Santos’ Neymar together with his spouse Bruna Biancardi and their daughters after receiving an award from former Santos participant Pepe earlier than the match in opposition to Cruzeiro within the Brasileiro Championship, Estadio Urbano Caldeira, Santos, Brazil, December 7, 2025. — Reuters
“It may be that when December comes, I’ll want to retire. I’m living year to year now.”
“This year is a very important year, not only for Santos, but also for the Brazilian national team, as it’s a World Cup year, and for me too,” Neymar stated.
Neymar, who not too long ago underwent profitable knee surgical procedure, has scored 79 targets for Brazil, the best by any participant, however he has not featured for the nationwide aspect since October 2023.
Brazil supervisor Carlo Ancelotti has made it clear over the previous yr that he’ll solely embody gamers who’re absolutely match for the World Cup, scheduled to happen from June 11 to July 19 in Canada, Mexico, and america.
