Topics: Neymar, Saudi Pro League, Saudi Arabia, Brazil
Neymar has earned a staggering nine-figure sum since joining Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal last summer, according to reports.
The 32-year-old former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain forward penned a two-year contract with Al-Hilal after the Riyadh-based club splashed a fee of around £86 million on his signature.
After missing out on Kylian Mbappe and Victor Osimhen, amongst other high-profile names, the Saudi club were desperate to bring in a marquee player.
And they were willing to spend big. In fact, Neymar is said to take home a £2.65 million weekly salary in the Middle East, according to talkSPORT, which works out at around £378,000 per day.
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If you break that down further, the Brazilian picks up £15,700 an-hour and £262 every minute.
So, based on those reported figures, how much has he earned since joining Al Hilal in August last year? Well, the former Santos man has taken home roughly £164.3 million in total. Not bad, huh?
Speaking about what motivated his move to the club, Neymar failed to mention the pay package.
"I have achieved a lot in Europe and enjoyed special times, but I have always wanted to be a global player and test myself with new challenges and opportunities in new places," he said.
"I want to write new sporting history, and the Saudi Pro League has tremendous energy and quality players at the moment.
"I have heard a lot and learned that I am following a long list of Brazilian players who have played in Saudi Arabia over the years, so I believe it is the desired place.
"Al Hilal is a giant club with fantastic fans, and it is the best in Asia. This gives me a feeling that it is the right decision for me at the right time with the right club."
The experienced forward made only his sixth appearance for Al-Hilal in their 5-4 win over Al Aid on Monday night.
Neymar ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus in his left knee while playing for Brazil in their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Uruguay last year.
He underwent surgery in November to repair the damage and finally, after 369 days out, the former PSG winger made his comeback in Monday's AFC Champions League clash.
After replacing Nasser Al Dawsari in the 77th minute, Neymar made an instant impact, firing his shot just wide of the left-hand post.
Taking to social media after the final whistle, Neymar wrote: "I feel good... I always have a good team. I'm so happy. I'm back! I'm back!"
