November 8 – Brazilian star Neymar reportedly faces being axed by Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal in January amid continued injury problems.
The 32-year-old returned for Al-Hilal last month following a year-long absence after tearing his ACL in his left knee while playing for Brazil.
But on Monday he was forced off after just 29 minutes with a hamstring injury, having come on as a substitute in Al-Hilal’s Asian Champions League win over Esteghlal.
Despite paying Paris St Germain a whopping €90 million fee to sign Neymar in August 2023, plus handing the star a lucrative contract, Al-Hilal have seen little return on their investment.
Since joining Neymar has totalled one goal and three assists in seven appearances. The latest injury is expected to keep him out of action until mid-December.
According to Brazilian outlet UOL, the Al-Hilal hierarchy are getting frustrated and are now considering cutting ties with Neymar in January given that he apparently earns $110 million annually.
Neymar is currently one of eight foreign players over the age of 21 in the Al-Hilal squad, putting the club at their limit of overseas imports under Saudi Pro League rules.
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