Santos coach reveals plans for Neymar's return to the place against Flamengo

Neymar has been suspended with injury problems since its return SantosKeep him away from the field for several months. But with a key fight against Flamengo On the horizon, Both the club and the head coach Ceber Xavier prepare for the long -awaited return of the star.

The Brazilian striker has dealt Two muscle injuries that have risely rash him for 78 days. After deciding to stay with Santos Instead of participating in the FIFA Club World Championship 2025, Neymar has steadily increased its workload in training and again thrown back a match fitness.

In an interview with Rádio GuaíbaSantos head coach Ceber Xavier offered an encouraging update: “For the match against Flamengo, (Neymar) should be able to play the full 90 minutes comfortablyBased on how he progresses in daily training. “”

The club's current plan is that Neymar will play the full game in the newly planned Brasieirao against Flameng on Wednesday, July 16. If that happens It would only be the second time that he went the full 90 Since his return to Santos on January 31.

Since then came together in his youth club, Neymar achieved eight appearances, scored three goals and recorded three templatesdeliver consistently when it is healthy. With the 2026 World Cup in less than a year, the Brazil international focuses on staying fit and reaching the top shape.

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Santos fights without Neymar fights

After Santos returned an ascent to Brazil after the first descent in the history of the club, Santos hoped that Neymar's return would help to drive a push for a continental place. Instead, The team fights to avoid another drop.

Santos is located-The same total as 17th internationally practiced, which are located in the relegation zone over the goal difference. Without Neymar, Santos played eight league games and only achieved one win, two draws and five defeats. His return could prove to be critical to turn the season around and distract the club from a catastrophic campaign.