Neymar: “The recovery is hard, but it’s coming to an end – I’m not leaving Al Hilal”

Determined to return strong to action after tearing his sacrum and meniscus suffered in October 2023, says Neymar.

“It’s painful, it’s a lot of pain, but I’m recovering. It’s already been seven months since my injury, still a few more to go, but the end of recovery is nearing“, said the Brazilian, who he will not catch the Copa America. “It’s sad that I’ll be staying away, obviously, but I’ll be supporting them. I hope Brazil win, we have a team capable of that, with high quality players“, commented the experienced ace.

At the same time, he made a special mention to Vinicius Jr, who won the Champions League with Real Madrid, scoring a goal in the final against Dortmund (2-0). “Obviously the Ballon d’Or is his, I hope so. I sent him a text before the final and another after. It is certain that he will win the Ballon d’Or, he is incredible and proudly carries the colors of our country around the world».

Finally, he put an end to the scenarios of leaving Al Hilal and returning to Santos. “What is being said is completely false, there is nothing planned, I have one more year on my contract with Al Hilal and I hope to have a great season. I’ll take things as they come. Santos is definitely my favorite team and I would like to come back one day but I don’t have a plan in mind“, he clarified.