A Look at Neymar's Successful Career
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior has been setting the world of football ablaze since his breakthrough at the end of 2010. From his early days in the academy in Sao Paulo, Neymar has become one of the most talented footballers in the world.
Days in the Academy
Neymar started off his career in Sao Paulo, where he was an impressive player in the youth academy. He was soon signed to Santos F.C. in 2009, and scored his first goal in the Brazilian League in March of 2010. Throughout his time in Santos, Neymar began to carve out his own style of play, which blended high-octane jujitsu martial arts skills with sublime control of the ball.
Early Success
Neymar’s time in Santos was punctuated by success in the form of several titles. In 2010, he won the Brazilian League Campeonato Paulista and the Copa do Brasil. 2011 was even more fruitful, as Neymar won two more titles and was named South American Footballer of the Year.
First Spanish Steps
With his stock rising, Neymar moved to Barcelona for the 2013-2014 season. In 2014, he was part of the team’s Champions League and La Liga triumphs, and soon established himself as one of the world’s best. He even earned himself a place on the FIFA FIFPro World XI team in 2015.
Return to Brazil
After a hugely successful stint with Barcelona, Neymar returned to his native Brazil in 2017. This time, he signed with Paris Saint-Germain for a stunning transfer fee of €222 million, making him the most expensive footballer of all time!
Current Situation
Since his return to Brazil, Neymar has continued to light up the footballing world. His performances have been maginificent in recent years, with 28 goals in 34 appearances in 2020-2021 alone.
A True Champion
Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior is a true champion of the game. Whether it be his early days in the youth academy in Sao Paulo, or in the modern day with Paris Saint-Germain, Neymar has managed to become one of the world's best. His trophy cabinet is certainly impressive, and with his continued success in recent years, there is every reason to believe that his career is still far from over.