Archive · 1 Jan 2026
Neymar Jr Extends Santos Contract for 2026 World Cup Bid
Neymar Jr, a famous Brazilian footballer, has decided to stay with his home team, Santos, until the end of 2026.
He wants to play in the 2026 World Cup for Brazil.
Neymar has been injured a lot lately, but he is working hard to get better.
He has scored some goals this season and is hoping to prove he is fit enough to play in the World Cup.
His coach, Carlo Ancelotti, has said Neymar can join the team if he shows he is healthy enough to play the whole tournament.
Neymar Jr signs a one-year contract extension with Santos until December 31, 2026.
Aims to secure a place in Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad under coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Scored five goals in seven games this season after returning from a hamstring injury.
Underwent knee surgery, expected to be out for a month.
Brazil's all-time leading scorer with 79 goals, last played for Brazil in September 2023.
- Who
- Neymar Jr, Brazilian footballer
- What
- Contract extension with Santos and World Cup aspirations
- When
- Contract until December 31, 2026; aiming for 2026 World Cup
- Where
- Santos, Brazil
- Why
- To secure a place in Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad
- Player
- Neymar Jr
- Current Club
- Santos
- Contract Duration
- Until December 31, 2026
- Injury Status
- Underwent knee surgery, expected to be out for a month
- Goals This Season
- 5 goals in 7 games
- Brazil's All-Time Leading Scorer
- 79 goals
- Last Brazil Appearance
- September 2023
- Coach's Condition
- Must prove fitness for World Cup call-up
