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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Will Castle

Neymar undergoes successful knee surgery after issuing bold World Cup promise

Neymar is set for a spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on his knee - (Reuters)

Neymar has undergone successful surgery on his knee as the winger bids to get fit and prove himself worthy of a place in the Brazil squad for next year's World Cup.

The 33-year-old returned to his childhood club Santos in January and played a key role in their survival in the Brazilian top flight, playing through the pain and scoring five times in their last four matches.

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