Neymar Extends Santos Deal Amid Pursuit of World Cup Return

Brazilian star Neymar has signed a contract extension with Santos through 2026 following recent knee surgery to repair a damaged meniscus.The 33-year-old forward, who helped his boyhood club avoid relegation last season, aims to regain full fitness to secure a place in the upcoming World Cup.National team coach Carlo Ancelotti emphasized that the all-time leading scorer must be in peak form to rejoin the squad after a lengthy absence due to injuries.