Santos FC Overview

Neymar misses Santos training ahead of crucial Corinthians derby clash

Santos talisman Neymar has sat out first-team training after presenting with flu symptoms ahead of Sunday's crucial derby against Corinthians. The Brazilian superstar was rested as a precaution during the penultimate session before the classic, but the club remain hopeful their captain will recover in time to feature at the Neo Quimica Arena.

Neymar's family company pays off debt to lift Santos transfer ban

Santos have officially seen their FIFA transfer embargo lifted after Neymar's family agency, NR Sports, stepped in with a vital financial rescue package. The injection allowed the Brazilian club to clear an outstanding £1.7m debt owed to Monaco over Jean Lucas, freeing them to register new signings in their bid to pull clear of relegation danger.

Neymar breaks silence on shock absence after Santos' heavy Palmeiras loss

Neymar has clarified his omission from the Santos squad after watching his side slump to a comprehensive 3-0 defeat against bitter rivals Palmeiras in the Copa do Brasil. The 34-year-old forward was left out of Wednesday's round-of-16 first leg entirely, sparking intense scrutiny following the Peixe's toothless display at Nubank Parque.

Santos chief defends Neymar absence in 3-0 Palmeiras defeat as 'strategy'

Santos football executive director Alexandre Mattos insisted that leaving Neymar out of their 3-0 Copa do Brasil defeat to Palmeiras was purely tactical. The veteran forward was omitted from the matchday team sheet, sparking debate surrounding his physical condition and the venue's synthetic surface.

Neymar in Santos squad for Palmeiras cup clash despite pitch concerns

Neymar has been named in the Santos squad for Wednesday's Copa do Brasil quarter-final first leg against fierce rivals Palmeiras. The forward's inclusion comes despite long-standing concerns regarding artificial turf at Nubank Parque, with the 34-year-old previously expressing strong reluctance to risk his fitness on synthetic surfaces.

Italy approach Robinho Jr. as tug-of-war with Brazil begins over winger

The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has reportedly made contact with the representatives of Santos starlet Robinho Jr. to discuss a potential future with the Azzurri. While the teenager has been on the radar of the Brazilian national team, his eligibility for Italy has opened the door to an international tug-of-war over his allegiance.

Pos	Team		P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
12	Botafogo RJ	0 - 1	24	8	6	10	37	38	-1	30	L L L D W
13	Vitoria		25	8	5	12	24	37	-13	29	L L W L L
14	Santos FC	0 - 0	24	6	9	9	33	36	-3	27	D D W L D
15	Gremio		23	6	7	10	24	31	-7	25	L L W D L
16	Vasco da Gama		24	6	7	11	27	39	-12	25	W L L D D