Neymar's back: Brazilian superstar revels in return to Al-Hilal training after ACL injury – but ex-PSG & Barcelona sensation still faces months out

Neymar has taken another step towards returning to action after his ACL injury nightmare, with the Brazilian superstar back in training at Al-Hilal.

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• Sidelined since October 2023
• Long road to full recovery
• May not play until the new year

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The South American has been sidelined for over 11 months, having suffered knee ligament damage while representing his country in a World Cup qualifier back on October 18, 2023. It has been a long road to recovery for the 32-year-old forward.

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• THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar has taken in just five appearances for Al-Hilal, missing much of their Saudi Pro League title triumph last season, and is only under contract until the summer of 2025.

• WHAT NEYMAR SAID

  His rehabilitation has moved out of the gym and onto the training pitch, with Neymar able to rejoin the rest of Al-Hilal’s squad as he revels in having a ball back at his feet. He has shared a number of images on social media, alongside the message: “Glad to be back with the group… now it's all joy.”

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• WHAT NEXT?

  While Neymar is working his way towards full fitness, Al-Hilal boss Jorge Jesus has suggested that the mercurial playmaker may not be seen on the field for a few more months – with the plan being to “assess his condition again in January”.