Souza
January 2026
Spurs announced the signing of Brazilian left-back Souza, 19, on a long-term contract as Thomas Frank looks to strengthen a thin squad amid poor league form. Souza arrives with first-team experience at Santos and joins as Frank’s second January addition after Conor Gallagher. Both player and coach framed the move as immediate depth plus long-term development.
Robinho’s son
November 2025
Manchester United are tracking Robinho’s teenage son at Santos and are open to a future move, with the youngster already earning first-team minutes in Brazil and generating wider European interest despite no formal offers yet arriving at the club ahead of the January window. The attacker has featured in 14 senior games, produced two assists and impressed coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda with composure, especially in a derby start against Palmeiras. United face competition from Inter, Espanyol and Galatasaray, and may delay a bid until timing suits all parties.
Carlo Ancelotti (Brazil)
November 2025
Carlo Ancelotti has made clear that Neymar still has a path to the 2026 World Cup but warned he will not gamble on reputation alone, stressing that the forward’s selection depends entirely on proving form and fitness after an injury-hit spell back at Santos. Neymar has not played for Brazil since tearing knee ligaments against Uruguay in 2023, later terminating his Al-Hilal deal before rejoining Santos. Ancelotti says the playmaker has six months of football to show consistent quality and physical condition before he finalises his World Cup squad.
Neymar (Santos)
November 2025
Neymar is running down his deal at Santos in a difficult return that has brought injuries and a relegation fight. With a European comeback off the table, his next step is expected within the Americas as he seeks a fresh start before the next World Cup. Boca Juniors, preparing for Copa Libertadores football in 2026, have emerged as a possible destination. Paredes said he stays in close contact with Neymar and stressed respect for Santos, but openly hinted that Boca would welcome him and are ready to wait if the forward chooses Buenos Aires.
Neymar
November 2025
With his deal expiring December 31 and injuries muddying value, Santos have cooled on an extension. Inter Miami are exploring a move as slots open, while at least one Brazilian club aims to outpace MLS and reunite Neymar with Thiago Silva. Santos’ financial caution plus Neymar’s fitness record drive hesitation. Miami’s DP flexibility and existing Barca-era ties add pull. Neymar has publicly welcomed a reunion with Messi and Suárez; any deal must balance wages, medical risk, and marketing upside.
Neymar (Santos)
November 2025
Santos president Marcelo Teixeira reiterated intent to keep Neymar through the 2026 World Cup project, but warned renewals must fit financial limits. Inter Miami are reportedly exploring a reunion with Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez, raising options if talks stall when Neymar’s contract expires in December today carefully accordingly as needed without compromise or panic as required by context. Teixeira framed continuity as a long-term sporting investment, reviewed periodically since Neymar’s arrival. He said finances are significant yet not Neymar’s sole concern; Santos has budget thresholds. Negotiations will run to year-end. Outcome hinges on aligning costs, squad plans, and Neymar’s ambition to peak competitively before 2026 today carefully accordingly as needed without compromise or panic as required by context.
Neymar (Santos, Brazil)
September 2025
Neymar’s World Cup hopes took another hit after suffering a thigh injury during Santos training. Diagnosed with a rectus femoris muscle issue, the forward has begun treatment, leaving doubts over October internationals and next summer’s tournament fitness. Brazil already left Neymar out of September qualifiers under Ancelotti, citing fitness concerns. Santos confirmed his diagnosis and immediate rehab at CEPRAF. With recurring injuries, the 33-year-old’s Selecao role grows uncertain as Brazil weigh long-term options.
Neymar (Santos FC)
August 2025
Santos FC received city approval to replace their historic Vila Belmiro with a modern 30,000-seat stadium in a project worth at least £96m. The new venue will double capacity and reshape the club’s infrastructure after more than a century at their old ground. The redevelopment, set to take three years, comes after decades of calls for modernization. Vila Belmiro, opened in 1916, will give way to a state-of-the-art arena designed to meet modern standards while preserving Santos’ heritage and accommodating growing fan demands for improved facilities.
Philippe Coutinho (Vasco da Gama)
August 2025
Philippe Coutinho scored twice as Vasco da Gama destroyed Neymar’s Santos 6-0 in a historic Brazilian Serie A clash. Lucas Piton, David Correa da Fonseca, Rayan, and Danilo Neves also struck in a match where Santos were completely humiliated. Coutinho’s first goal came in the 54th minute before a chipped second sealed his brace, while Santos collapsed defensively throughout. Vasco’s relentless attacking, capped by six different scorers, highlighted their dominance and deepened the crisis for Neymar’s struggling Santos side.
Neymar (Santos)
June 2025
Neymar has signed a six-month extension with Santos, keeping him at the club until December 2025. There is an option to extend the deal further.
Neymar cited emotional ties and personal happiness as reasons. He called Santos his “home” and spoke of a desire to enjoy football again at his boyhood club.