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Santos and Umbro have unveiled a special-edition third kit honoring club legend Neymar Jr. and his unforgettable first spell with the team.

The Brazil international rose to global prominence through the Santos academy, making 225 appearances and scoring 136 goals before joining Barcelona in 2013. He returned to the club in January 2025, marking an emotional homecoming more than a decade later.

The new shirt brings back the iconic all-blue design — a look associated with some of Santos’ most memorable eras. It features a tonal swirl graphic across the front and sleeves, along with several thoughtful nods to Neymar’s legacy.

A classic polo collar pays homage to Neymar’s signature upturned collar style, while the phrase “Eu vou, mas… eu volto!” (“I’m going, but… I’ll be back!”) is printed on the back of the neck — a reference to the forward’s farewell message in 2013.

On the front hem, a special patch displays a crown and the word “Príncipe” (Prince) — Neymar’s nickname at the club. The design subtly incorporates his No. 10 and the letter “N” into the typography.

Neymar and the team debuted the kit on June 1 in a Serie A clash against Botafogo at the Estádio Urbano Caldeira.

Unfortunately, it wasn’t the fairytale return many had hoped for — Santos fell 1-0, and Neymar was sent off in the 76th minute after attempting to score with his hand in a moment reminiscent of Diego Maradona’s infamous “Hand of God.”

Safe to say, that particular moment won’t be making it onto any future tribute kits.

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