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Neymar’s Struggles at Al Hilal
Neymar’s move to Al Hilal in 2023 has not gone as planned. The Brazilian superstar, brought in for an impressive fee of €90m (£78m), has only managed to appear in seven competitive matches due to recurring fitness issues. With his contract set to expire this summer, and an optional extension available, Al Hilal appears to be preparing for his departure.
Mohamed Salah: The Ideal Replacement
As Neymar’s potential exit looms, reports suggest Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah is Al Hilal’s top target to replace him. Salah, whose contract with Liverpool ends in 2025, is reportedly open to exploring new opportunities. Spanish publication AS claims that Al Hilal sees Salah as the ideal star to fill Neymar’s shoes, citing his immense popularity in both Europe and the Arab world.
Salah’s Popularity and the Saudi Pro League
Hafez Al Medlej, a prominent figure in the Asian Football Confederation, emphasized Salah’s marketability, stating:
“We must start working on the signing of Mohamed Salah because he is overwhelmingly popular in the Arab world and in Europe.”
Even rival fans in the Saudi Pro League have expressed admiration for Salah, with Al Ittihad supporters spotted wearing masks of the Egyptian star.
Neymar’s Potential Move to Inter Miami
Meanwhile, Neymar has been linked with a reunion with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez at Inter Miami. The trio, who achieved immense success together at Barcelona during the 2014/15 season, could potentially recreate their magic in Major League Soccer. Neymar hinted at the possibility, saying in a recent interview:
“Playing again with Messi and Suarez would be incredible. They are my friends, we still speak to each other. Football is full of surprises.”
Conclusion
As the football world watches closely, the futures of two global icons—Mohamed Salah and Neymar—remain uncertain. While Al Hilal dreams of securing Salah, Neymar might be gearing up for a nostalgic reunion in Miami. Football fans are in for exciting developments as the summer transfer window approaches.
