Khaberni - Brazilian media confirmed that Santos FC received a severe blow after it was confirmed that striker Neymar had suffered an injury to his left knee cartilage, likely leading to his absence for the rest of 2025 and missing the remaining matches of the Brazilian league.
Globo newspaper clarified that medical exams revealed that the international player suffers from a torn cartilage, an injury that requires specialized treatment and a recovery period that could extend for several months, making his return before the end of the season almost impossible.
It was noted that Neymar has been experiencing recurring discomfort in his knee since the Santos match against Mirassol on November 19 at Vila Belmiro Stadium, which prompted the technical staff to exclude him from the recent match against Internacional in Porto Alegre in hopes of preventing the injury from worsening, but the progression of symptoms led the medical team to conduct a precise evaluation that revealed the extent of the damage to the knee.
They said, "Neymar's absence comes at a very critical time, as Santos faces three crucial matches in its fight to avoid relegation."
Neymar is one of the main offensive weapons for the team since his return to Brazil, where he relied on by the coach to make a difference during the late stages of the season, and the club fears that the player's absence may affect the team's morale at a time when great mental presence and full concentration are required.
There is concern within the Santos corridors about losing the highest element of experience in the dressing room, especially as the team needs decisive points to ensure its survival.
Meanwhile, the technical staff and players are trying to maintain the group's cohesion and compensate for the absence of the Brazilian star by increasing the pace of performance and relying on alternative tactical solutions.
This injury is a continuation of a challenging path that has plagued Neymar in recent years, after he had repeatedly dealt with significant injuries that affected his continuity on the field.
