Wait for the return? Barcelona were offered the chance to sign Neymar
Alex Olise
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
In the near future, Neymar will leave Al-Hilal on loan, although it will likely be a permanent departure, as his contract with the Saudi Pro League champions ends at the end of the current season. Rumors suggest the Brazilian could return to one of his previous clubs.
Details: It’s likely that the star player will return to his childhood club, Santos, though there is also a possibility that he could play again for Barcelona. According to COPE's Victor Navarro, the Catalan club was recently offered the chance to bring back the Brazilian.
These rumors surfaced shortly after Barcelona's sporting director, Deco, stated that Neymar is still more than good enough to play for any club in the world despite his recent struggles. Deco saw the Brazilian as a good option for Hansie Flick team, but due to the club's financial issues, this move couldn’t be considered.
This is particularly frustrating for Barcelona, as the club has been looking for a player to fill the left wing position, with Marcus Rashford being their priority target. However, a deal will not happen unless Ansu Fati leaves, which seems unlikely as he is determined to fight for his place in the team.
Reminder: Neymar, meanwhile, hopes to return to the Brazil national team for the 2026 World Cup. A return to his home club and country could give him the chance to reboot his career in its final years and potentially regain his place in the national squad.
