Neymar revealed he was “very shut” to becoming a member of Fluminense from Santos as a way to play within the Membership World Cup.
The Brazil famous person, 33, rejoined his boyhood membership in January 2025 after a disastrous spell with Al-Hilal, who’re additionally taking part in the match in the USA.
Neymar endured an injury-hit time in Saudi Arabia, which prompted his return to Brazil having additionally loved stints with European powerhouses Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain.
Talking on the Stream Podcast, Neymar said how talks had been held over one other transfer however he opted to stay loyal to Santos having suffered with a hamstring damage in April and Could.
“I’m in good bodily form. We had these conversations with some groups to play within the [Club] World Cup, Fluminense was one thing that got here very near occurring,” he stated.
“However I most well-liked to remain to coach slightly extra. I’m 100 per cent bodily, however I have to get higher to have the ability to come again in good condition.”
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