Brazilian forward Neymar has signed a six-month contract extension with Santos, his boyhood club announced on Tuesday.
The deal means the 33-year-old remains with Santos until the end of the year, with the possibility of renewing after it expires.
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“I made a decision and I listened to my heart. Santos is not just my team; it is my home, my roots, my history and my life. I grew up here and became a man here. I am truly loved here. Here I can be myself and be truly happy,” Neymar said in a statement.
Since returning to Santos in January, Neymar has only played in four Brazilian Championship matches due to a thigh injury that left him sidelined for more than a month. He also tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this month.
Santos are currently 15th in the Brazilian Serie A table.
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