Neymar Jr, the Brazilian and Paris Saint-Germain striker, might be the latest high-profile star to leave Europe for the Middle East as he nears completion of a mega-deal with Al-Hilal.
The 31-year-old will be the newest addition to the Saudi Pro League’s increasing roster of players, which includes Cristiano Ronaldo, reigning Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema, and Liverpool icon Sadio Mane.
Ronaldo’s stunning decision to join Al-Nassr in January represented a watershed moment in Saudi football, as it paved the way for a slew of other notable players to follow in his footsteps.
Several players from Europe’s best divisions have entered the oil-rich nation’s football scene this summer, but none has had the same impact as Neymar’s possible exit from PSG to join Al-Hilal.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the Brazilian star, who was previously connected with a reunion with Barcelona, is set to go to the Gulf area this week to finalize a two-year contract with the Riyadh-based club.
Neymar will wear the No.10 jersey after completing his medical examination today. Many have attributed this move to the former Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus attacker.
