Neymar took a break from Santos after the World Cup

Santos forward Neymar has taken a few days off from his club following Brazil’s unsuccessful participation in the 2026 World Cup, Zamin.uz reports.

According to information released by Globo, the 34-year-old forward is currently staying in the United States with his family. The exact date of his return to Santos remains unspecified for now.

As emphasized by the source, Neymar planned to rest for at least ten days after the influential tournament. The player is not in a hurry to return to his homeland.

While abroad, he is striving to recover from the psychological pressure following the defeat in the world championship and to regain strength within his family circle. This break gives him the opportunity to seriously reflect on his future activities.

At the same time, Santos’ management aims to hold a special meeting with Neymar and his representatives. However, the exact timing of these talks has not yet been announced.

Club officials are waiting for the footballer to fully recover mentally after his heavy defeat at the World Cup. Only then can the parties reach an agreement on future plans.
Brazil’s early exit from the tournament has reignited debates about Neymar’s international future have intensified following Brazil’s early departure from the tournament. Earlier, various speculations had emerged suggesting that this competition might have been his last World Cup.

It is also reported that the player’s father appealed to his son via social media, urging him not to end his career and to continue fighting. Recall that the Brazilian national team unexpectedly lost to Norway in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.

During the tournament, Neymar appeared on the field twice and managed to score one goal against the opponents. Now, all fans and specialists are eagerly awaiting to see in what condition he will return to his club and how his professional career will continue.