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Al Hilal won't back down: Three World-Class players in sight to replace Neymar

Who Will Inherit Neymar's Throne? Al Hilal's Shortlist Includes Three Global Stars.

By Ramiro Diaz

Who Will Inherit Neymar's Throne? Al Hilal's Shortlist Includes Three Global Stars.
Who Will Inherit Neymar's Throne? Al Hilal's Shortlist Includes Three Global Stars.

The news shook the world of football: Neymar Jr. and Al Hilal part ways. The termination of the Brazilian star's contract left a void in the Saudi team, but it also opened a window of opportunity for the club to make a global impact signing. With the 2025 Club World Cup on the horizon, Al Hilal is wasting no time and already has three renowned stars in its sights: Mohamed Salah, Bernardo Silva and Raphinha.

Mohamed Salah: The Egyptian Pharaoh as a Priority Target

The Egyptian striker from Liverpool, Mohamed Salah, is the name that resonates most in the corridors of Al Hilal. His scoring ability, speed and dribbling make him a disruptive player and a leader on and off the field. At 31, Salah is at the peak of his career and his signing would be a shock effect for Saudi football, attracting the attention of millions of fans around the world.

However, signing Salah will not be easy. Liverpool are not willing to part with their star and Al Hilal will have to present a very attractive financial offer to convince the English club and the player himself. In addition, Salah has already expressed his desire to continue competing in the elite of European football, which could hinder his arrival in Saudi Arabia.

Bernardo Silva: The Portuguese Wizard for the Midfield

The Portuguese midfielder from Manchester City, Bernardo Silva, is another of the names that Al Hilal has on its agenda. His vision of the game, dribbling ability and ability to generate scoring chances make him a fundamental player for any team. At 29, Silva is in a sweet moment of his career and his signing would bring quality and creativity to Al Hilal's midfield.

As in the case of Salah, signing Silva will not be simple. Manchester City is a financially powerful club and has no need to sell its star players. In addition, Silva has expressed his desire to continue playing in Europe and his adaptation to Saudi football could be a factor to take into account.

Raphinha: The Brazilian Talent to Reinforce the Attack

The Brazilian winger from Barcelona, Raphinha, is the third option that Al Hilal is considering to reinforce its attack. His speed, dribbling and ability to score goals make him a very interesting player for any team. At 26, Raphinha is one of the most promising young talents in world football and his signing would be a bet on the future for Al Hilal.

Signing Raphinha could be the most feasible of the three options, as Barcelona may be willing to sell the player to balance their finances. However, Al Hilal will have to compete with other European clubs that are also interested in the Brazilian.

The 2025 Club World Cup as an Additional Motivation

The 2025 Club World Cup is a key event in Al Hilal's plans to promote its football and project itself internationally. The Saudi club wants to form a competitive team that can face the best clubs in the world and go as far as possible in the tournament. The arrival of Salah, Silva or Raphinha, without a doubt, would increase Al Hilal's chances of achieving a good role in the Club World Cup.

In addition, the 2025 Club World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia, which is an additional motivation for Al Hilal. The Saudi club wants to take the opportunity to play at home to demonstrate the potential of Saudi football and leave a mark on the world football scene.

Conclusion

Neymar Jr.'s departure has left an important gap in Al Hilal, but the Saudi club has not stood idly by and is working hard to find a replacement of guarantees. The names of Salah, Silva and Raphinha sound strongly to reinforce the team and lead it in its next challenges, including the 2025 Club World Cup.

The arrival of any of these three players would mean a leap in quality for Al Hilal and for Saudi football in general. However, their signings will not be easy and the Saudi club will have to make a great financial and sporting effort to convince the players and their respective clubs.

In the coming weeks, Al Hilal is expected to intensify its contacts with the players and their agents to finalize the signings. Football fans around the world will be very attentive to the movements of the Saudi club, as their decisions could change the global football landscape.


Ramiro  Diaz

Ramiro Diaz

I am a sports journalist with a degree from the Institute of Communication Studies (ISEC), where I graduated in 2019. I later earned a Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences from the Argentine University of Enterprise (UADE) in 2022, equipping me with a strong academic foundation. My professional career has been driven by my lifelong passion for sports, particularly football.Since mid-2022, I have been part of Alivia Media, where I gained my first experience as a digital writer. This role h...

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