Neymar’s Al-Hilal Contract Terminated by Mutual Consent

Neymar’s contract with Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal has been ended by mutual agreement. The 32-year-old Brazilian joined the club in August 2023 for 90 million euros (£77.6m) but has struggled with injuries, making only seven appearances.

This season, he played just twice, with his last game in November.Despite being the world’s most expensive player due to his £200m transfer to PSG in 2017, Neymar has faced a difficult time at Al-Hilal.

He suffered a serious knee injury in October 2023, rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament during a World Cup qualifier for Brazil. Though he returned to action in October 2024, he has not played since, citing ongoing issues with his hamstring.

Before his move to Saudi Arabia, Neymar had a successful career at Santos, Barcelona, and PSG. At Santos, he scored 136 goals in 225 matches. At Barcelona, he won multiple titles, including La Liga and the Champions League.

In Paris, Neymar claimed five league titles. Shortly after his move to Al-Hilal, he became Brazil’s all-time leading male goalscorer, surpassing Pele’s record with 78 goals.

However, Neymar has not played for Brazil since his injury in 2023.Al-Hilal thanked Neymar for his contributions and wished him the best in the future. Neymar still had about seven months left on his contract, which was worth 150 million euros (£129.2m) per year.

He had originally moved to Al-Hilal to create new sporting history, but his time with the club has been hampered by injury.