Neymar clarifies his Al-Hilal future amid interest from Inter Miami

The Brazilian hopes to continue playing for the Saudi club.

Amid rumours of a reunion with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, Neymar has stated that he views a career in the Saudi Pro League.

After joining Al-Hilal in the summer of 2023, only a few weeks after Messi also departed Paris Saint-Germain to take up a new challenge in the United States, the Brazil international has only made seven competitive appearances for the team.

After suffering a string of injuries in the Middle East, there have been rumours that Neymar’s contract would be terminated and that he would move to Major League Soccer. However, the 32-year-old says he is content with his current situation. Speaking to RMC Sport, he said:

“I decided to leave PSG and this offer to join Al-Hilal came. I got the offer right after I left, because I was simply no longer happy there, at PSG. The club and the coach did not want to use me anymore. They had already spoken to me about it, so I had to make a decision. And I liked the offer from Al-Hilal. I got to know this club, the local culture and the championship.

“I was very surprised by my welcome here and the kindness of the supporters. The championship is growing, our team too and with my family, we are certain that we made a good decision. I am really very happy here. And all the players who want to come here are surprised by the level and some very positive aspects of this championship.”

🚨Neymar Jr: “My best sporting years were at PSG. But it was sad because I often had very serious injuries lasting 3-4 months. It bothered me a lot. But in terms of football, the PSG Neymar was the best Neymar of my entire career.“ pic.twitter.com/teFO1bgjfu

— Brasil Football 🇧🇷 (@BrasilEdition) December 15, 2024

Neymar added on his plans for the immediate future:

 “First of all, I want to have a good season with Al-Hilal. I’m coming back from a very serious injury. I still have a little time to get back to my level and show why I’m here. My priority is there: to recover well, develop physically and simply play again.

Neymar has scored 79 goals in his 128 senior international caps, becoming him Brazil’s all-time top scorer. In the upcoming months, he hopes to return to action and represent his nation for the World Cup qualifiers.

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