Neymar is steadily recovering from a severe ACL injury he suffered during a World Cup qualifier in October 2023. The injury required surgery, forcing him out for the season and causing him to miss Al-Hilal’s championship victory.
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Recently, footage showed Neymar training on grass, performing agility drills and sprints with noticeable ease, under the guidance of his personal trainer. These sessions indicate he might rejoin his teammates in full training soon.
📸 @Neymarjr works hard within his rehab program 👏🏻#AlHilal pic.twitter.com/5ettqi5Aqh
— AlHilal Saudi Club (@Alhilal_EN) July 23, 2024
Since his transfer from Paris Saint-Germain, Neymar has only appeared in five matches for Al-Hilal. With the 2024-25 Saudi Pro League season on the horizon, he will miss the opening games. Nevertheless, his impending return is creating a buzz.
Neymar’s return date?
Flamengo president Rodolfo Landim mentioned that Neymar should be ready to play by mid-September. While anticipation for his return grows, it’s important to remain realistic about the challenges he faces after such a serious injury.
As Neymar works towards returning to peak condition, his presence could boost Al-Hilal’s efforts to retain their league title against rivals like Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr. His journey back to the pitch is critical not just for his career but also for his team’s aspirations this season.
