Return to Santos: Neymar urged to come back to his roots
In a heartfelt message on social media, Santos’ president Marcelo Teixeira has called upon Brazilian superstar Neymar to return to his roots and rejoin the club where his career first took flight.
Although Teixeira did not officially confirm Neymar’s return to Santos, his message was clear and poignant. “The time has come, Neymar. The time has come for you to return to your people. To your home, to our beloved club,” expressed Teixeira.
With Neymar’s recent contract termination with Al Hilal, the speculation of his return to Santos has been circulating. The star forward played a handful of matches for the Saudi club, plagued by injuries during his brief stint.
Neymar, a product of the Santos academy, has a special connection with the club where he made his mark with 225 appearances and 136 goals. His journey continued to Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, where he achieved great success on the global stage.
As the all-time leading scorer for Brazil, Neymar’s impact on the field is undeniable. With 79 goals in 128 matches, he has surpassed legends like Pele, another Santos alumni.
Now, as Teixeira extends the invitation for Neymar to come back to Santos, the fans are eagerly awaiting the return of their prodigal son. The opportunity to see Neymar don the sacred jersey once again is a dream come true for many.
As Neymar contemplates his next move, the allure of returning to his roots and rekindling the magic of his early days at Santos may just be the push he needs to make a decision. The Santos nation stands ready with open arms, waiting to welcome back their beloved star.