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Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior, also known as Neymar Júnior or simply Neymar, is a Brazilian professional football (soccer) player, who plays as a left winger, attacking midfielder or forward for Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal and the Brazil national team.
Widely regarded as one of the best players of all time, he is known for his skills, dribbling, playmaking, and finishing. Neymar is one of the few players to have scored at least 100 goals for three different clubs. He is the highest-scoring Brazilian in the UEFA Champions League and is also Brazil's all-time top goalscorer.
Neymar's Age
Neymar, with the full name, Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior, is a 32 year old, born on the 5th of February, 1992, in Mogi das Cruzes, State of São Paulo, Brazil.
Neymar's Net Worth 2024/2025 And Career Earnings
According to Forbes, Neymar's net worth in 2024 is $110 million, making him one of the world's highest-paid footballers.
Neymar, who's primary source of income is from football, sponsorships, endorsements, Charitable organizations, and business ventures.
As of October 17, 2024, Neymar's 2024 earnings are €101.2 million, making him the third highest-paid footballer in the world. This is due to his large salary at Al Hilal, a Saudi Arabian club.
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Neymar made his professional debut with Santos in 2009. From Santos he was transferred to Barcelona for €88 million in 2013.
Neymar Jr. was then transferred from Barcelona, joined Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in 2017 for a transfer worth €222 million, making him the most expensive player ever. Continuing injuries caused PSG to sell Neymar in 2023 to Al Hilal for €90 million, a Saudi Pro League record transfer.
Salary And Contract Information
Neymar's annual salary at Al Hilal is reportedly $107 million, valid until 2025.
His 2017 transfer from Barcelona to PSG stands as the most expensive ever at $263 million, which the French club paid in full ahead of his signing.
In 2020, Neymar announced an early exit from his contract with Nike's Jordan Brand and signed with Puma. In May 2021, Neymar Jr. signed a contract extension with Paris Saint-Germain, but he jumped to Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal in August 2023.
Neymar Jr., signed a two(2) years contract with Al-Hilal in August 2023, which would expire in 2025, after leaving Paris Saint-Germain. The Saudi Arabian club paid around $98 million for Neymar, and he's expected to link up with new teammates Kalidou Koulibaly, Rúben Neves, and Sergej Milinković-Savić.
Neymar is one of the world's top paid sportsmen, and is consistently listed among the richest football players worldwide. He's Brazil's joint all-time top scorer. His salary for the 2023-2024 season is €1,923,077 per week, or around $161,795,016 per year.
Early Life And Family
Neymar Jr., born in Mogi das Cruzes, São Paulo, to Neymar Santos Sr. and Nadine da Silva, had a Christian and humble upbringing in a working-class neighborhood.
Neymar has a younger sister named Rafaella. Neymar's childhood home is located on a quiet street in the neighborhood where he grew up. He inherited his name from his father, who is a former footballer and became his son's advisor as Neymar's talents began to grow.
In 2003, Neymar moved with his family to São Vicente, where he began playing street football and futsal, an indoor version of soccer for youth team Portuguesa Santista in 1999 under the guidance of his father, a former professional soccer player who encouraged Neymar to pursue a career in football. Neymar played.
Then, later in 2003, Neymar and his family moved to Santos, where he joined the youth academy of Santos FC.
Neymar had a successful tryout with Real Madrid At age 14, but chose to stay with Santos FC.
At age 17, Neymar signed his first professional contract and joined the Santos first team. In his first season for Santos, Neymar would score 14 goals in 48 games across all competitions. Fans and media were mesmerized by the skill and flash of the lanky winger. Only one year after making his debut, Neymar would triple his output and begin to win championships.
In five seasons from 2009-2013, Neymar would score an impressive 136 goals in 225 games for Santos. Not only that but Neymar was instrumental in winning the 2011 Copa Libertadores for the club, defeating Peñarol of Uruguay in the final.
Neymar opened the Instituto Projeto de Neymar Jr in the neighborhood where he grew up to offer respect, teamwork, and love to the community.
Neymar's Club And Career
Neymar Jr. began playing football at an early age and he was soon spotted by Santos who offered him a contract in 2003; where he was inducted into their youth academy, which has, in the past, produced Brazilian internationals like Coutinho, Clodoaldo, Diego, Elano and Alex.
He also joined the likes of Pepe, Pelé and Robinho in starting out his career at the club, nicknamed Peixe. While in the youth academy, Neymar met Paulo Henrique Ganso, becoming good friends in the process.
Aged 14, Neymar travelled to Spain for try outs with the Real Madrid youth team. He did not stay in Madrid, however, as his father decided at the time that he preferred the young prodigy to keep growing up while playing at Santos.
Neymar made his professional debut with Santos in 2009. In 2011, he helped them win their first Copa Libertadores in nearly 50 years.
In 2013, he joined Barcelona and became part of an attacking trio with Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez, dubbed MSN. Winning the continental treble of La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Champions League in the trio's first season, Neymar was the joint-top goalscorer of the Champions League campaign and top goalscorer of the Copa del Rey.
In his final season, Neymar reached 100 goals for Barcelona and set the record for most assists in a Champions League campaign. Motivated to assume focal responsibility, Neymar joined Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in 2017 for a transfer worth €222 million, making him the most expensive player ever.
He largely contributed to PSG's continuation of Ligue 1 title dominance and PSG reaching its first Champions League final, whilst establishing himself as one of the club's highest ever scorers. Injuries which caused PSG to sell him in 2023 to Al Hilal for €90 million, a Saudi Pro League record transfer.
At 18, Neymar debuted for Brazil. He is the nation's all-time top goalscorer, with 79 goals in 128 matches. He won the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup, winning the Golden Ball. In the 2014 FIFA World Cup, he was named in the Dream Team.
He captained Brazil to their first Olympic gold medal in men's football in the 2016 Summer Olympics and won a silver medal at the 2012 edition. He helped Brazil finish runner-up to Argentina in the 2021 Copa América and was jointly awarded Best Player.
In the 2022 World Cup, he became the third Brazilian player to score in three World Cups after Pelé and Ronaldo. Neymar has won a record six Samba Gold awards.
Neymar was named in the FIFA FIFPro World11, the UEFA Team of the Year twice, and the UEFA Champions League Squad of the Season three times. He finished third for the FIFA Ballon d'Or in 2015 and 2017 and won the FIFA Puskás Award in 2011.
SportsPro named Neymar the world's most marketable athlete in 2012 and 2013. In 2017, Time included him in its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
France Football ranked Neymar the world's third-highest-paid footballer of 2018. Forbes ranked him the world's third-highest-paid athlete of 2019,[13] and dropped him to fourth in 2020.
Neymar's International Career
Neymar Jr. has had a successful international career with the French national team, including:
Top goalscorer
Neymar is Brazil's all-time top goalscorer with 79 goals in 128 matches. He surpassed Ronaldo's total of 62 goals in 2020 and Pelé's record in 2023.
World Cup - 2014 -2022
Neymar played in the 2014, 2018, and 2022 World Cups. He was named to the Dream Team in 2014 and became the third Brazilian to score in three World Cups in 2022.
Olympic gold (2015 - 2016)
Neymar captained Brazil to their first Olympic gold medal in men's football in 2016, scoring the winning penalty in the final.
Confederations Cup - 2013
Neymar won the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup, scoring in the final and being named Player of the Tournament.
Copa América
Neymar helped Brazil finish runner-up to Argentina in the 2021 Copa América.
Other achievements
Neymar has won a record six Samba Gold awards, and was named in the FIFA FIFPro World11 and the UEFA Team of the Year.
Neymar made his debut for Brazil at the age of 18 in August 2010. He has also played for Brazil Under 23, Brazil Under 20, and Brazil Under 17.
Neymar's Height, Weight, And Speed
Neymar Jr. as a young and talented football (soccer) player, is 5 ft 9 (1.75 m) and weighs 150 lbs (68 kg), and his top speed in a sprint in the recent Paulista game against Sao Paulo was recorded at 34.7 km/h.
Neymar is known for his quick reflexes, explosive speed, and excellent body control.
Neymar's Jersey Number
As offered by Al-Hilal SFC, Neymar's jersey number for the 2023–2024 season is 10.
Neymar's Transfermarkt Value
According to Transfermarkt, Neymar's markt value is €15 million, which is the lowest it has been since 2010. This is due to injuries and underwhelming performances during his time at Al-Hilal.
Neymar's previous transfers include:
August 3, 2017: Neymar transferred from Barcelona to Paris SG with a market value of €222 million, the most expensive transfer at the time.
2013: Neymar transferred from Santos to Barcelona with the market value of €88 million.
2009: From Santos U20 to Santos
August 15, 2023: Neymar transferred from Paris SG to Al-Hilal with a market value of €60 million
Neymar's Agent
Pini Zahavi is the agent for Brazilian soccer player Neymar, Known for
Representing Neymar, a prolific scorer in Brazilian football history.
Neymar's Style Of Play And Positions
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior, also known as Neymar, is a left winger, attacking midfielder, or forward. He is known for his dribbling, playmaking, and finishing skills.
Neymar is most dominant on the left wing, but he can also play on the right wing. He often moves towards the center of the pitch, especially towards the penalty area.
Neymar's style of play is characterized by anticipation, creativity, and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure, he often dribbles past opponents or passes the ball to his teammates.
Neymar often tries to have the ball under his feet for longer times to pull more defenders towards him and then look for passing options. His dribbling finesse involves intricate footwork and body feints, showcasing his agility and control. His tactics often include fakes, flicks, and sudden changes in direction, allowing him to deceive defenders with ease.
He became adept at making intelligent runs off-the-ball and developed a better understanding of positional play. This tactical adaptation allowed Neymar to thrive in a team that emphasized quick passing and fluid attacking movements.
Outfitter (Boot)
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Previous Team Played
Neymar has played for several teams, including:
FC Barcelona (2013-2017): Neymar signed with Barcelona in 2013 for €57 million, which was one of the most expensive soccer transfers at the time.
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG): In 2017, Neymar transferred to PSG for a then-record €222 million, making him the world's highest-paid player at the time.
Al Hilal: In 2023, PSG sold Neymar to Al Hilal for €90 million, a Saudi Pro League record transfer.
Brasil (2010 - present)
Santos (2009 - 2013)
Praia Grande (1992 - 2009)
Business And Investment
Neymar, a Brazilian soccer star, has made several investments, including:
Bugatti Residences penthouse: Neymar purchased a penthouse in the Bugatti Residences by Binghatti in Dubai for over $50 million. The penthouse is part of the Sky Mansion collection and features a private car elevator, swimming pool, and views of Downtown Dubai.
Miami waterfront property: Neymar purchased a $26 million waterfront property in Miami.
Cocktails and mocktails brand: Neymar partnered with Fun Brands to create a line of low- and no-alcohol beverages. The brand will focus on the "Tastes of Brazil" and will be rolled out in Brazil and other global markets.
Philosophy Care: Neymar founded Philosophy Care, a consulting firm for nursing homes and elder care facilities.
Endorsements: Neymar has lucrative endorsement deals with brands like Puma, Qatar National Bank, Nike, Beats, and Red Bull.
Neymar also owns several cars, including:
A Lykan Hypersport — which was featured in a Fast & Furious film.
A Lamborghini Veneno — which has a top speed of 355 km/h
A Porsche Panamera — which was seized by the Brazilian Internal Revenue Service in 2014.
Awards/honours
Neymar Jr., during his professional journey, has won many awards and honours for his dedication and excellent performances:
FIFA Puskás Award: Won in 2011
FIFA FIFPro World11: Named to the team
UEFA Team of the Year: Named twice
UEFA Champions League Squad of the Season: Named to the team three times
FIFA Ballon d'Or: Finished third in 2015 and 2017
Samba Gold awards: Won a record six
Golden Ball: Won at the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup
Bronze Boot: Won at the 2014 FIFA World Cup
CONMEBOL Team of the Decade: Won in 2011/20
Team of the Tournament: Won at the 2021 Copa America
Neymar has also won several trophies, including:
Olympic gold medal in football at the 2016 Rio Olympics
French Super Cup in 2022-2023
French champion in 2022-2023
French cup winner in 2020-2021
Spanish cup winner in 2016-2017
FIFA Club World Cup winner in 2016
UEFA Supercup winner in 2015-2016
Neymar is Brazil's all-time top scorer in men's football, with 79 goals in 128 appearances. He has also been involved in many charity initiatives, including working with underprivileged children and their families.