Neymar breaks silence on transfer rumour that would break the internet just weeks after re-joining Santos

Neymar has responded after being linked with a sensational move away from Santos despite returning to the club last month.

During the January transfer window, the Brazilian's contract with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal was terminated.

Neymar endured a tough spell in the Middle East after injuries limited him to just seven matches across all competitions.

Last month, Neymar completed an emotional return to boyhood club Santos in a reported six-month contract.

Speaking about his return, the 33-year-old said: "I love Santos. I have no words to describe what I felt tonight when I stepped again on this pitch.

"I need minutes, games. I'm not at 100%. I didn't expect to run and dribble so much tonight. I think I'll feel better in four or five games."

However, despite only returning to his former club a few weeks ago, it was claimed that Neymar still dreams about a possible return to Barcelona.

As reported by journalist Santi Ovalle, the Brazilian wants to return to the Catalan club after his current contract with Santos ends in the summer.

However, Barcelona's sporting director Deco has already played down the possibility.

According to Barca Universal, Deco said: "Neymar’s return to Barça was always far-fetched. Since he moved to Saudi, we knew he was a very expensive player, especially in terms of financial fair play."

Neymar re-joined Santos last month. Image: Getty

Neymar breaks silence on rumours linking him with Barcelona return

Now, Neymar's father, Neymar Sr, has also commented on the latest transfer rumours.

He said: "Our project is not only for five months, even though my son’s contract is only for five months

"We did not come here to play five months, we have come to give Santos the opportunity to restructure itself during this time, to find allies who can help the club get back on its feet."

Responding to his father's comments, Neymar himself added: "Don’t worry, we have to be calm. This is the beginning of a great era for Santos."

Since returning to Brazil, Neymar has scored one goal and assisted another in four matches across all competitions for Santos.

Santos are back in action on Wednesday when they take on Noroeste at the Estadio Urbano Caldeira.