Neymar making a case for Brazil return?

Neymar, once seen as the next big phenomenon coming out of Brazil, has fallen by the wayside due to recurring injury problems. 

Having plied his trade outside Europe for over two years now, Neymar remains a story of "what could have been" for Brazil supporters. 

Could the 33-year-old be getting another shot in the famous blue and yellow jersey? 

The forward certainly thinks so. "Everyone knows what I'm capable of. I'm available and I feel good. The decision [of getting a call-back by Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil] is in the hands of the national team staff," Neymar said after a standout performance in Brazil's Serie A on Tuesday. 

He scored twice in Santos' 3-1 win over Juventude – his first brace in over two years. It was also the first time he started five consecutive matches since August 2022. 

Santos, however, are still struggling in 15th place on the points table. 

But Neymar, who moved to his boyhood club after an injury-plagued and disappointing stint at Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, certainly seems eager to make a case for the national team once again.