Neymar Junior has suffered another injury, raising fresh concerns about the Brazilian star's fitness. Santos have confirmed that the forward suffered a type 2B muscle injury to the front of his right thigh during the match against Palmeiras, which ended in a 0-0 draw.
The 34-year-old underwent medical examinations after the match and the results confirmed a tear in the anterior muscle of his right thigh. Santos has not yet set an official date for his return to action, but Brazilian media reports suggest he could be out for four to eight weeks.
Neymar was forced off the pitch at half-time of the match against Palmeiras after feeling pain in his right thigh. The injury comes at a crucial moment for Santos, who will face important matches in the league and the Copa Sudamericana without one of the team's key players.
According to reports in Brazil, Neymar is expected to miss Santos' upcoming matches, while his participation in the Copa Sudamericana clash against Atletico Mineiro is also in doubt. One recent report estimates the recovery period at around four to six weeks, while other sources talk about a gap of up to eight weeks.
The injury is another blow for Neymar, who has struggled with fitness issues during his final spell at Santos. The Brazilian has been one of the team's most important players this season, contributing goals and assists.
According to data released by the club, Neymar has played 24 games this season in all competitions, scoring eight goals and providing eight assists. Santos now hopes that the striker's recovery will be as quick as possible, while the medical staff will closely monitor his progress.
