Neymar has completed a sensational transfer to Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal from French champions Paris Saint-Germain for $98.2m.
The 31-year-old Brazilian forward has reportedly signed a two-year contract worth a record $300m for a deal of its length according to reputable journalist Fabrizio Romano.
Neymar latest star to move to Saudi Pro League
The news of Neymar’s move was confirmed by Al Hilal’s official social media platforms on Tuesday afternoon via a video with a caption stating, “I am here in Saudi Arabia, I am Hilali @neymarjr”.
“I am here in Saudi Arabia, i am HILALI 💙”@neymarjr #AlHilal
pic.twitter.com/q7VUhf0FnQ— AlHilal Saudi Club (@Alhilal_EN) August 15, 2023
Unlike as initially suggested, Neymar’s deal does not include an option of a third year which further solidifies the suggestion that the Brazilian is planning a return to European football in the summer of 2025 ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup- set to take place in Canada, the United States, and Mexico.
Neymar’s total salary could rise to an astonishing $400m based on performance relayed add-ons and commercial deals. The Brazilian will now join up with his new teammates in Riyadh which include Portuguese international midfielder Ruben Neves and former Lazio star Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.
