Neymar's move from Al-Hilal to Brazilian club Santos means the Saudi Pro League has lost one of its most high-profile players.

Neymar and Al Hilal will part ways after the Brazilian soccer star and the Saudi Pro League agreed “to terminate their contractual relationship by mutual consent,” the club announced Monday. His departure opens the door for a reported return to his youth club in Brazil.

According to a report by Real Madrid Confidencial, Al-Hilal are looking at Los Blancos star Rodrygo as a potential replacement for Neymar Jr.

Al-Hilal don't seem to be too affected as one of their high profile players, Neymar has left the SPL and moved to Santos FC.

Neymar's departure from Al-Hilal to join Brazilian club Santos marks the loss of a high-profile player for the Saudi Pro League. His injury-prone stint limited his impact, though experts believe the league's status remains unaffected.

He returned for two brief appearances in October and November but injured his hamstring and has not played since. He has expressed his desire to play the 2026

Vinicius is already one of the brightest talents in the footballing world, having won a La Liga and a Champions League title for the Los Blancos.

Brazilian star Neymar on Monday ended his injury-plagued 18 month stay in Saudi Arabia as his club, Al Hilal said they had agreed

Neymar signed with Al Hilal in August 2023 for a reported fee of £78 million, transferring from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). His contract included an annual salary of £87.5 million and extravagant perks, such as a private jet, a luxury house with staff, and a £70,000 bonus for every Al Hilal victory.

The Saudi Pro League has been a top destination for top players since Cristiano Ronaldo joined in 2023. Neymar and other players regretted joining the league.