Al-Hilal forward Neymar, who missed an entire year due to injury, is close to returning to the field, reports ESPN, quoted by BTA.
The 32-year-old Brazilian has not played since October 2023 after tearing cruciate ligaments in his left knee. At the beginning of November, he underwent a successful operation, and in July 2024 he returned to the club and started training in the gym.
According to the publication, the footballer should take part in the match with Al-Ain from the Asian Champions League, which will be held on October 21.
Brazil's doctor is also expected to arrive in Saudi Arabia soon to assess whether Neymar will be able to play for the national team in the games in November.
Neymar moved to Al-Hilal in the summer of 2023 from Paris Saint-Germain for the sum of 90 million euros. Due to injury, the Brazilian played only five games, scored 1 goal and made 3 assists.
Earlier there was information that the attacker will not renew his contract with the club from Saudi Arabia. His contract with Al-Hilal expires on June 30, 2025.