Neymar’s second stint at Santos is already stirring speculation. While the Brazilian star has been back at his boyhood club for six months, his performances have been limited by injuries, and his impact has fallen short of expectations.

As a result, with the 2026 World Cup approaching, Neymar may be open to a new challenge — and Fenerbahçe, under José Mourinho, is eager to take advantage.

According to Turkish outlet Fanatik, Fenerbahçe has submitted an offer to Neymar for a one-and-a-half-year contract. Mourinho reportedly sees the 33-year-old as the ideal marquee signing to rival Galatasaray’s recent capture of Leroy Sané.

With Neymar’s current contract at Santos running until mid-2025, negotiations are underway, but the lure of a high-profile European return and World Cup preparation may tempt him to consider Istanbul.