Neymar returns to Saudi Arabia after nearly four months of injury Saudi football

After nearly four months, Neymar returned to Saudi Arabia. The Brazilian striker arrived in Riyadh on Monday morning, where he will continue treatment for his serious knee injury. He was received with flowers and affection from some of the fans who were waiting for him in a restricted area at the airport.

Neymar returns to Saudi Arabia to undergo treatment for his knee injury

Neymar spent a day in Barcelona before traveling to Riyadh. He has been in Brazil ever since He was injured on October 17In the match that Brazil lost to Uruguay 2-0, the striker suffered a tear in the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee and the meniscus.

Neymar is welcomed with flowers upon his return to Saudi Arabia – Photography: Disclosure/Al Hilal

The striker underwent surgery at the beginning of November in Belo Horizonte. The operation was performed by the Brazilian team doctor, Rodrigo Lasmar, and was supervised by Al Hilal representatives. Since then, Neymar has remained in Brazil.

Neymar meets the fans while wearing a Al Hilal shirt upon his return to Saudi Arabia – Photo: Disclosure/Al Hilal

Expectations indicate that the Brazilian will only play an official match again next season, starting in August. He must miss the Copa America between June and July. Neymar played only five matches with Al Hilal and scored one goal.

Information about Neymar’s injuries – Photo: Infoesporte/ge.globo