Al-Hilal Eyes Salah and Ronaldo to Replace Neymar Amid Ongoing Injury Struggles

Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal are reportedly eyeing high-profile names like Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah and Al-Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo as potential successors to Neymar, whose injury-ridden stint at the club may soon come to an end.

Neymar, signed for €90 million from Paris Saint-Germain just 18 months ago, has faced a series of injuries, including a recent ACL tear that has kept him off the pitch for significant portions of his time with Al-Hilal. Frustration over Neymar’s limited availability has reportedly led Al-Hilal to consider an early contract termination, which could take effect as soon as January, according to UOL Esporte. Speculation is already growing around Neymar’s future, with a possible return to his former club Santos or a move to Inter Miami as rumored options.

As Al-Hilal looks ahead, they appear intent on filling the void with another global superstar. Reports from FootballTransfer indicate that the club is actively seeking a replacement for Neymar, setting their sights on football legends Ronaldo and Salah. Saudi broadcaster Action Ma3 reports that Ronaldo, who has been in outstanding form with Al-Nassr since joining in 2022, is among the key candidates Al-Hilal is considering for a dramatic switch.

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In parallel, Liverpool’s star forward Mohamed Salah has emerged as an ideal candidate for Al-Hilal. TalkSport highlights that Salah, a revered figure in the Arab world, has long been on the Saudi Pro League’s radar. With Salah’s Liverpool contract approaching its end next summer, he could be available for a free transfer, a prospect that aligns perfectly with Al-Hilal’s ambitions.

Al-Hilal’s pursuit of Salah or Ronaldo underscores their determination to retain star power in their lineup, particularly as Neymar’s future with the club grows uncertain