Neymar’s time in Saudi Arabia came to an end after he mutually agreed to terminate his contract with Al-Hilal.

The 32-year-old Brazil record goalscorer is expected to sign a short-term deal at Santos where he began his career.

The termination of his contract at Al-Hilal was considered the biggest step, according to sources close to Neymar.

It ends an injury-hit spell in Saudi Arabia, where he played just seven times for the club he joined in a £77.6m deal in August 2023.

The attacker made two appearances this season, most recently as a substitute in November.

It has been reported that Neymar has given up $71m (£57m) in unpaid wages with Al-Hilal to end his contract early.

Neymar remains the world’s most expensive footballer after his £200m move to Paris St-Germain in 2017.