A few weeks ago, the Saudi press announced that Kalidou Koulibaly would give way to Neymar Jr, who was returning from injury. The Brazilian, who is not registered in the team competing in the championship, could take the place of the Senegalese, whose contract could be terminated, or be loaned to another team in the Saudi Pro League during the winter transfer window.
Neymar Jr, who recently made his return with Al-Hilal after a long period of absence, has played only two matches in the Asian Champions League since the start of the season. One of the flagship recruits of the Saudi Pro League, Neymar has only played seven games for Al-Hilal, including one since 2023.
“He will not be included in the team for the championship”
If his return to competition had aroused a wave of hope among managers and supporters, or even his reintegration into the team, had been announced in the Saudi press, Jorge Jesus, the coach of Al-Hilal, made a resounding announcement about Neymar’s future at a press conference.
-“Neymar will not be included in the squad for the championship. He can participate in the Asian Champions League. The Saudi League is one of the best leagues in the world. All Al Hilal players can play for any club in Europe. Neymar can no longer perform at the level we are used to. Things got difficult for him, unfortunately”he declared, before discussing the future of the Brazilian and the case of Mohamed Salah.
“He is still under contract with Al Hilal and it is perhaps up to him to decide his future. It depends on the administration. I don’t know anything about Neymar’s future. We have one place available on the list, reserved for a player born in 2003 or later. We are currently looking for a winger to fill this position. Salah or other big names will not come this winter, but maybe this summer. » To be continued.
