Santos has launched an investigation into Neymar’s alleged assault on Robinho Jr.

Santos has launched an investigation into the “alleged physical abuse” of Robinho Jr by Neymar during Sunday’s training session.

Sources told ESPN The 18-year-old was hit by Neymar after he dribbled past Robinho Jr, with the veteran reacting after allegedly feeling disrespected.

“Santos Football Club has become aware of an alleged physical attack by a player associated with Santos Football Club against another player at the club,” A club statement said.

Neymar, 34, was so upset that, according to sources, he dropped Robinho Jnr which led to a heated argument before the two were separated by teammates.

Sources added that Robinho Jr was deeply upset by the altercation.

“Santos FC announced that, following a decision by the club’s board, an internal investigation was launched immediately after the incident to examine the incident involving players Neymar Jr. and Robson de Souza Jr. (Robinho) during training on Sunday at the Rey Pele Training Center,” the club’s statement added. “The club’s legal department is responsible for conducting the investigation.”

According to Globo EsporteRobinho Jr. — Son of Ex Real Madrid And Manchester City ahead Robinho — made three complaints against him Neymar And demanded a meeting with Santos to discuss the termination of his contract due to a “lack of minimum safety standards” at the club.

Robinho Jr alleged that Neymar was “aggressively insulted”, dragged and “violently slapped in the face”.

When contacted by ESPN, Neymar’s press office said the Santos captain would not comment on the matter.

Sources previously told ESPN that Neymar tried to diffuse the situation after the altercation by calling Robinho Jr and sending messages to the player’s family apologizing for what had happened.

Neymar played with Robinho’s father Brazil national team

Robinho Jr was promoted to the Santos first team last summer and has made eight appearances in all competitions this season. Neither he nor Neymar featured in Santos’ 1-1 draw with Palmeiras on Saturday.