New Delhi: Neymar signed a six-month contract with Santos on Friday the Brazilian club where he began his career. Santoss vice-president Fernando Bonavides mentioned to Canal SporTV that while the contract is initially for six months they hope to keep him until next years World Cup. During his introduction at the Estadio Urbano Caldeira Neymar appeared emotional as a viral video captured him in tears while receiving an enthusiastic welcome from the fans. The 32-year-old ex-forward of Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain is rejoining Santos after making only seven appearances for Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia despite earning an estimated annual salary of approximately $104 million. Neymar the leading goal scorer for Brazil signed with Al Hilal in August 2023 joining other renowned players like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema in the Gulf region. Two months after arriving in Riyadh he sustained a rupture of the cruciate ligament in his left knee while representing Brazil in a qualifying match for the 2026 World Cup resulting in a year-long absence from play. He subsequently experienced multiple injuries to his hamstring and knee while attempting to make a comeback. Neymar appeared happy during his introduction to fans at a ceremony held at the clubs Estadio Urbano Caldeira which included performances by various local music artists.