New Delhi: Neymar’s absence from Al Hilal’s match against Al Fateh has raised questions, especially after his long-awaited return from injury. While the Brazilian forward has been seen back in training following a hamstring injury, he won’t be making an appearance in this crucial league match. This absence is due to a limitation in the Saudi Pro League, where only a specific number of foreign players can be registered for each league fixture. Currently, Neymar isn’t one of the players listed for this match against Al Fateh.
However, this isn’t the only reason for his lack of involvement. Since joining Al Hilal from Paris Saint-Germain in 2023, Neymar’s time with the Saudi Arabian club has been marred by injuries. A serious ACL tear sidelined him early in his tenure, and after a brief return in October, a hamstring injury has again limited his game time.
With just seven appearances in all competitions, Neymar’s lack of match fitness has kept him from contributing consistently. His absence from the starting lineup against Al Fateh, combined with his injury struggles, has raised further doubts about his future at the club.
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As Neymar focuses on regaining full fitness, there is growing speculation about his next move. The 32-year-old has reportedly been in preliminary talks with three Major League Soccer (MLS) clubs, including Chicago Fire FC, over a potential move.
These discussions are still in early stages, but sources say Neymar remains keen on playing in the US, especially if he can join former Barcelona teammates Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez at Inter Miami. However, Inter Miami’s new manager, Javier Mascherano, has stated that it would be “impossible” to add Neymar to the roster given the league’s salary cap and restrictions on international players.
Despite this, the idea of Neymar joining MLS is a strategic one for the league. Big-name players like Messi have already boosted the league’s profile, and adding Neymar would continue to raise its international profile.
As Neymar’s contract with Al Hilal expires in 2025, it seems more likely that he could explore a new challenge in the MLS, where the appeal of star power and a fresh start continues to lure big names.
Neymar’s absence from Al Hilal’s lineup has raised questions, as his return from injury has been followed by a period of uncertainty. As Neymar’s future remains unclear, discussions about his potential move to a new league continue to grow, sparking interest from various clubs. Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
