Santos Football Club have confirmed that 33‑year‑old Brazil international Neymar Jr. has tested positive for COVID‑19. According to the club, he began experiencing symptoms on Thursday and was subsequently removed from all team activities. Subsequent medical tests confirmed his infection .
As a result, Neymar is undergoing isolation and receiving symptomatic treatment at home. This marks his second known bout with the virus—the first occurred in May 2021 during his time at Paris Saint-Germain .
The immediate duration of his absence remains unclear, as Santos have not specified a return date . Notably, he was already set to miss Thursday’s league fixture against Fortaleza due to suspension—coinciding with the final match before Brazil’s domestic league breaks for the FIFA Club World Cup, which runs from June 14 to July 13 in the United States .
Neymar’s contract with Santos expires on June 30, leaving his long‑term future at the club uncertain. This season has been disrupted for him by injury, limiting his involvement to 12 appearances, during which he has contributed three goals and three assists across all competitions .
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