Neymar Linked with Stunning Return to Ligue 1 via Marseille Move

After a disappointing stint at Santos, Neymar may be eyeing a surprise return to Ligue 1, this time with PSG's arch-rivals, Olympique de Marseille. Reports from TyC Sports suggest talks are underway despite his Santos contract running until December. Fan backlash and poor form in Brazil have made a French comeback increasingly likely.

Just like the twists that define Neymar’s career, a new shocker may be unfolding. The Brazilian star, who returned to Santos in January 2025 with hopes of reviving his roots, is now rumoured to be in talks with Olympique de Marseille for a sensational Ligue 1 comeback. Despite his emotional return to his boyhood club, Neymar’s stint at Santos has been rocky, marked by poor performances and growing tension with fans.

According to reports from Argentina’s TyC Sports, Neymar could leave Santos before his contract ends in December, as discussions with Marseille are reportedly underway. If the deal goes through, it would be one of the most dramatic moves of the summer, especially considering Neymar's history with PSG, Marseille’s fiercest rivals. The potential move has sparked debate, as Marseille’s passionate fan base may not easily forget Neymar’s iconic years at the Parc des Princes.

However, the transfer could offer him a fresh start in a league he knows well. As Marseille aims to bolster their squad and Neymar looks for redemption, both parties might see this as a mutually beneficial opportunity. If finalised, this return to Ligue 1 would surely dominate headlines once again, placing Neymar at the heart of French football drama.