Mattos updates on Neymar after surgery, talks contract renewal | OneFootball

Alexandre Mattos visited the hospital where Neymar underwent an arthroscopy to treat a medial meniscus injury this Monday, in Minas Gerais. The football executive of Santos provided an update on the attacking midfielder’s medical condition and emphasized that the star’s preseason has already begun.

“He’s doing very well, calm. It was a success. Everything went smoothly. I told him his preseason has already started. We return on January 2nd. But Neymar is already with the physiotherapist. I’m sure he will shine for Santos and the Brazilian National Team next year,” he said at Hospital Mater Dei Nova Lima.

Mattos also took the opportunity to talk about Neymar’s contract renewal. The Peixe idol is only under contract until the end of December, but the director believes a new agreement should be reached soon.

“The crucial point is for Neymar and Santos to be happy. It’s natural. Things will happen. First, we’ll take care of his health, make sure he’s well for 2026. We’re not going to rush his return; we’ll make sure he comes back 100% and strong,” he said.

“He was decisive for us in 2025, spectacular both on and off the field. He delivers on and off the pitch,” he concluded.

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