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Neymar wanted by old side Santos, club use AI in attempt to lure him back

Could Neymar return to his boyhood club?
Could Neymar return to his boyhood club?Marina Uezima/Brazil Photo Press via AFP
Santos have decided to step up their efforts to try and repatriate Neymar after 12 years. Peixe are in negotiations with the player and are also looking for a possible six-month loan with Al-Hilal, the club he plays for in Saudi Arabia.

Peixe's interest increased after Jorge Jesus revealed that Neymar would not be registered in the Saudi League for the second half of the season. The attacking midfielder is only in Al-Hilal's plans for the Asian Champions League.

Santos' idea is to present a loan proposal for the next six months, the final stretch of Neymar's contract with Al-Hilal. After this period, the star would sign a permanent deal with his parent club.

Neymar's figures in recent seasons
Neymar's figures in recent seasonsFlashscore

According to information from ge, Santos have even prepared a video - made with the help of Artificial Intelligence - in which Pele lists reasons for Neymar to return to Santos. The material was presented to the player's staff, who were very touched by the message.

The campaign also has the participation of Santos fans. On Thursday (16), during the opening game of the Paulistão season against Mirassol, Santos fans chanted for Neymar's return to Vila Belmiro. "Olê, olê, olê, olá, come back to your house Neymar!" was the chant heard before the match.