News of Neymar’s potential return to Santos after 11 years made waves like a bombshell. Some even claimed that the player and club had agreed on all terms, that efforts were underway to terminate his contract with Al Hilal, and that Neymar would be back at the club where he began his football career as early as January.However, his agent, Pini Zahavi, has a different perspective and sharply denies the entire matter. If Zahavi is to be believed, the Brazilian will remain in Saudi Arabia for the foreseeable future.”There are no talks about Neymar leaving Al Hilal. He is under contract and very happy with his current club. Neymar’s father and I are the only people who can decide his future. I have no idea where these rumors are coming from,” Zahavi said, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.🎙️ Neymar’s agent Pini Zahavi: “There are no talks ongoing for Neymar to leave Al Hilal. He’s under contract and very happy there.”“Neymar’s father & me, we are the only people who can talk about Ney’s future. I don’t know where recent [Santos] rumours are coming from.” pic.twitter.com/IvtUa0BXKN— Football Tweet ⚽ (@Football__Tweet) November 18, 2024 This should, however, be taken with some caution. It is not uncommon for player agents to make public statements like this, only for the reality to prove otherwise. Many believe Neymar should return to Santos, arguing that his career has taken a downturn since moving to Saudi Arabia and that returning home might be the only way for him to rediscover his joy for football.In the end, financial factors cannot be ignored. Neymar certainly won’t be able to enjoy the same conditions at Santos as he does at Al Hilal, where he earns €80,000,000 annually, has access to a private jet, a staffed house, an €80,000 bonus for every Al Hilal victory, and €500,000 for every social media post or story promoting Saudi Arabia.Santos, currently playing in Brazil’s second division but recently securing promotion to the top tier, is far from being able to offer anything comparable.##NAJAVA_MECA_8507712##
