Brazilian star Neymar is negotiating his departure from Al-Hilal, but his financial demands are a significant obstacle, according to a club source. The 32-year-old forward, who signed with the Saudi Pro League club in August 2023, has faced an injury-marred tenure, playing only seven matches despite a reported $104 million annual salary.

Under contract until June, Neymar is eyeing a loan move, while Al-Hilal prefers a transfer. His former club, Santos, has shown interest in bringing the player back to Brazil, where he remains the nation's all-time leading scorer with 79 goals in 127 appearances.

Neymar's career has been overshadowed by recurring injuries, including a ruptured cruciate ligament in 2023 that sidelined him for a year. Al-Hilal coach Jorge Jesus recently remarked that Neymar is struggling to perform at his previous level.

A move to Brazil may mark the final chapter of Neymar's illustrious but injury-riddled career.