"I made a decision and I listened to my heart. Santos is not just my team, it's my home, my roots, my history and my life. Here I was a boy who became a man, and I am truly loved. Here I can be myself, truly happy. This is where I want to fulfil the dreams that are missing in my career. And nothing's going to stop me."
"It is a historic and remarkable day for Brazilian football, a gift for the fans of Santos FC. Our idol, our boy, the prince with our number 10 shirt remains."
Neymar, Brazil's top goal scorer, extended his contract with Santos until the end of the Brazilian Serie A season after returning on a short-term deal. He expressed deep emotional ties to the club, calling it his home and a place where he can fulfill unachieved career dreams. With his history at Santos, Neymar highlights the significance of this decision amid talks of a European return. Club president Marcelo Teixeira emphasized the importance of Neymar for the team’s future and its legacy in Brazilian football.
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