Neymar recovering well, could return to Santos “soon” | OneFootball

Santos fans are eagerly awaiting Neymar’s return to the field. The attacking midfielder underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left knee on December 22 and has yet to make his season debut. However, in the view of Juan Pablo Vojvoda, the wait is almost over.

The coach praised the star’s attitude during his recovery process and believes he could soon wear the black-and-white shirt “very soon.”

“We’ll have Neymar back in weeks or days. No more than that. He’s working hard. I spoke with him today (Thursday), he was tired because he’s working double shifts, we have many games in a row, I see Neymar very committed to this, to being well, being ready to help the team he loves,” he commented.

Currently, Neymar is not yet training on the field. The attacking midfielder is working indoors at CT Rei Pelé, with Santos’ physiotherapy team.

The Peixe have played four matches without the star in 2026. The club has one win, two draws, and one loss.

Neymar, who renewed with the Alvinegro Praiano until the end of the season, has made 28 appearances, scored 11 goals, and provided four assists since returning to the team that launched his career, in January 2025.

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