Hilal, the Brazilian striker has signed a six-month deal with his hometown club, where his return was celebrated on Friday. Plagued by injuries for several seasons, the footballer is hoping to bounce back.

Santos: A tearful Neymar was welcomed back to his boyhood club on Friday by thousands of Santos fans and a concert in the home stadium beneath an electronic sign saying, “The prince is back.” The 32-year-old signed a six-month contract, which he said could be extended.

Neymar's return to his boyhood club, Santos, is complete.One of Brazil's greatest footballing exports, and still the world's most expensive player, has signed a six-month contract that brings him back to Vila Belmiro.