Neymar’s return to Santos hasn’t been smooth, but he’s got a new goal in sight. He’s in talks to extend his contract by a year, until 2026, and the main motivator is the World Cup.
The Brazilian star hasn’t played in two months. He wants to be fit for the next World Cup under new coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Neymar’s been plagued by injuries, and he knows he won’t be part of Ancelotti’s first squad call-up in June.
Since coming back to Brazil, Neymar’s played just 9 games, scoring 3 goals and making 3 assists.
- He’s been on the pitch for just 587 minutes.
- In the Brasileirão, he’s played a mere 79 minutes, coming on as a substitute twice.
His contract is set to expire on June 30, 2025. Extending it would give him a chance to focus on his fitness and be ready for the 2026 World Cup.