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Red alert for Neymar

Bad news for Neymar

Neymar is once again plunged into uncertainty. Just as he seemed to be regaining his rhythm with Santos, the Brazilian forward has given his club cause for concern after feeling pain in his knee, according to Globo Esporte. Since the match against Mirassol, the former PSG player has not set foot on the Rei Pelé training ground, limiting himself to gym work to avoid aggravating the injury.

The stakes are enormous for Peixe. Locked in a fierce relegation battle, Santos is choosing to rest their star before a crucial away game against Internacional in Porto Alegre. No lesion has been detected, but caution remains the watchword: the staff do not want to take any risks, especially as every Brasileirão fixture is now a final. The plan is clear: protect Neymar in hopes of having him at full strength next Friday against Sport, a direct showdown in the fight for survival.

Having started the last three matches, Neymar brought energy to the team despite inconsistent results: a win over Palmeiras, a defeat to Flamengo, then a draw against Mirassol. But a decision on whether he will feature in Porto Alegre has yet to be made.

Currently 16th with 37 points, Santos can no longer afford any slip-ups. The potential absence of Neymar adds extra pressure to a club already fighting for breath.