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AFC Champions League 2023-24 MD1 Neymar JR of Al-Hilal SFC KSA in action against PFC Navbahor UZB during their Match Day 1 of the AFC Champions League 2023-24 at the King Fahd International Stadium on September 18, 2023 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Riyadh King Fahd International Stadium Kingdom of Saudi Arabia PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxJPNxUK Copyright: xStrignerx 2023.09.19_PSI03215_SRA_0000770
Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal made a substantial move last night by choosing to suspend Neymar Jr.’s registration temporarily. They have ruled the player out for the rest of the season, and the team is preparing to bring a replacement to fill in the spot. However, despite their tough choice, it seems like Neymar has come to terms with their decision. The player shared an Instagram story before Al-Hilal’s recent game to share a three-word message for his teammates.
The Brazilian suffered an ACL injury last month that has taken him out for the rest of the season. Al-Hilal, following the injury, has decided to bring another overseas player during the winter transfer window. It will be fascinating to see if the side acquires a temporary replacement on a short-term loan.
Neymar pens a special message for Al Hilal before their game
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Brazilian superstar Neymar Jr. took to his Instagram handle to pen a special message for his side during their game against Al-Taawoun. The player shared a story in which we can see him in the first person’s view while watching his team play. Cheering for his side, the Al-Hilal star wrote, “Let’s go guys @alhilal”.
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It is one of the few times Neymar has sent a message to his teammates while missing game time for the team. Fans were speculating that the player was unhappy with the team’s decision to negate his registration. However, Neymar’s message for the team has put those rumors to bed.
Al-Hilal decided to take some heavy steps last night as they temporarily suspended Neymar’s registration. However, the team will continue to pay the player for the rest of the season, and they have taken the step to accommodate another player during the winter transfer window.
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Al-Hilal temporarily suspends Neymar’s registration
In what was one of the biggest news from last night, Saudi side Al-Hilal took a notable step, as they temporarily suspended Neymar’s registration. Despite his injury last month, the Brazilian star was a part of the first team. However, SPL laws allow teams to register just eight overseas players each season.
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The team is reportedly scouting for a left-back who can strengthen their defense. The side looks at some prominent names and could sanction a move during the winter transfer window. Al-Hilal will, however, need an extra registration slot and thus has decided to vacate Neymar’s spot for the rest of the season.
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