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Neymar says he will end his career

Santos FC: Neymar announces his retirement date

Having returned to Santos a year ago, Neymar dreamed of a historic comeback. His main goal was a return to the national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. But since January 2025, the superstar has featured in only 29 matches and spent no fewer than 196 days on the sidelines. As a result, he's already considering retirement.

In an interview with Cazé TV, Neymar made it clear that he could hang up his boots at the end of his contract with Peixe at the close of the year.

"I don't know what the future holds. I don't know what next year will be like. Maybe by December, I'll feel like retiring. Now I live day by day. This year is very important, not just for Santos, but also for the Brazilian national team, as it's a World Cup year. For me too, it's a huge challenge. I'm living day by day. I don't know what the future holds, I don't know what next year will be like, maybe in December I'll want to retire, but it will be a decision that comes from the heart. I'm living day by day. We're taking things step by step," he revealed.

A star is thus preparing for a final farewell to the pitch.