Neymar‘sโ World Cup Hopes Hang inโ the Balance as โSantos Contract Expires
Sรฃo Paulo – โฃNeymar’s ambition to feature โin the 2026 World Cup is facing increasing uncertainty as his current contract with โSantos is set to expire on December 31, โ2025, and the club is reportedly unwilling to offer an extension. The 33-year-old forward’s recent injury struggles have significantly limited โhisโ playing time, castingโ doubt on his ability to secure a competitive position ahead of the tournament.
The situation presents a critical juncture in Neymar’s career. A key player for the Brazilian national Team,his participation in the 2026 World Cup hinges on consistent playing time and maintained fitness. โWhile coach Carlo Ancelotti hasโค indicated aโ willingness to consider Neymar, the strikerโ must โdemonstrate regularโฃ form. The expiration of his Santos contract throws his future into question, perhaps impacting both his national team prospects and his ability to compete at the highest level.
Neymar has appearedโ in only 13 matches in Brazil’s Serie A, frequently โsidelined due to recurring hamstring โinjuries that have plaguedโฃ him for the past two years. This lack of consistentโ play has contributed to Santos’ reluctance to renew his contract.
Despite his desireโฃ to return to European โcompetition, Neymar hasโ yet to receive any offers fromโ clubs across the atlantic.Currently, Inter Miami of Major Leagueโ Soccer has emerged asโ a potential destination, fueled by the presence of former teammate Lionel Messi. However, โclub officials reportedly harbor concerns regarding Neymar’s injury history and the financial commitment required to secure his services.
According to reports from Tribune, Neymar โฃremains focused on representing Brazil at the 2026 World Cup. His path forward remains unclear, dependent on finding a club willing to invest in his recovery andโค provide him with โคthe playing minutes necessary to prove his fitness โfor the national team.
