They've had enough! Al Hilal give up on Neymar?!

In August 2023, Neymar's move to Al Hilal caused an earthquake. The 32-year-old became arguably the biggest name in the Saudi Pro League and the Blue Waves' edge in the competition with the rivals in who can bring the more popular and renowned player.

However, only 20 days after his arrival, Neymar suffered a muscle injury, which separated him from the pitch for a month. Yet, after his return and five games played, the Brazilian tore his ACL and experienced the worst possible injury in football.

Neymar returns after after a full year of absence

His recovery went slowly, and after missing 366 days or 53 games, if you wish, Neymar returned to the pitch on October 21 in an Asian AFC Champions League match against Al Ain from the United Arab Emirates, coming on as a sub and playing a bit less than half an hour.

Stefano Pioli even kept him out of the squad in the three domestic championship games to keep him fresh and spare him unnecessary effort. But in vain! Two days ago against the Iranian Esteghlal, Neymar was subbed on in the 58th minute, only to be forced to leave the pitch 30 minutes later - due to another injury!

This time, it's a hamstring, and the forward will miss around six weeks. Not too much, but enough to push Al Hilal's patience to the limit! The Saudis have obviously had enough and are considering terminating his contract in January, six months before its expiry!

Considering the Brazilian's alleged annual salary of €100 million, seven matches - or better said, 428 minutes - one goal and three assists have cost Al Hilal around €16.5 million per game or €272.500 per minute if you wish! And without various sponsorship deals. Too much even for one of the wealthiest clubs in the world. In case Neymar indeed leaves in January, he undoubtedly cannot expect anywhere near as vast a wage as in Riyadh. Yet, the question is, which club will want to take a risk with such an injury-prone player?