Overview
- Al-Hilal confirmed the contract at their Riyadh headquarters with chairman Prince Nawaf Bin Saad present.
- The agreement closes the door on links to Manchester United, Arsenal and Real Madrid after months of transfer talk.
- Neves had been eligible to discuss a free move this summer under his expiring 2026 contract before opting to stay.
- Manchester United did not lodge an official bid, with their managerial change affecting the club’s midfield plans.
- Since joining from Wolves in 2023 for about €55m, Neves has passed 100 appearances and lifted multiple trophies, including the Saudi Pro League and King’s Cup, while posting eight goals and five assists in 17 league games this season as reported.