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Neymar has officially returned to Santos, 12 years after leaving for Europe. Thousands of fans welcomed him at Vila Belmiro as he signed a six-month deal. The Brazilian superstar will wear the iconic number 10 jersey, hoping to revive the club’s glory after last year’s relegation.
Thousands of passionate fans braved the rain to welcome Neymar back to Santos, marking his return nearly 12 years after leaving for European football. The Brazilian superstar, who recently parted ways with Al-Hilal, signed a six-month deal with the São Paulo-based club, though officials hope for a longer stay.
The homecoming event at Vila Belmiro saw a packed stadium of 16,000 fans, with performances from Brazilian artists, including rapper Mano Brown. Neymar, now 32, stepped onto the pitch at 10:53 PM to thunderous cheers, fulfilling a promise he made before his departure in 2013.
Messages from football greats like Luis Suárez, Marta, Vinícius Jr., and Rodrygo played on the stadium screens, while supporters chanted his name. The forward embraced loved ones, kissed the club crest, and expressed his deep emotional connection to the team where Pelé once shined. Neymar will wear the iconic number 10 jersey, left vacant after Santos’ relegation last season.
