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Neymar's World Cup Comeback: Ancelotti Weighs In
11 Apr
Summary
- Neymar's potential return to the Brazil squad for the World Cup is being assessed.
- The star forward has been sidelined since October 2023 with a knee injury.
- Coach Ancelotti will only select players who are fully match-fit for the tournament.
Brazil's World Cup aspirations might include veteran forward Neymar Jr., with coach Carlo Ancelotti considering his return. Neymar has been sidelined since sustaining a significant knee injury in October 2023, missing international matches. His potential comeback hinges on proving full fitness in the two months leading up to the tournament.
Ancelotti stated that Neymar is recovering well and has resumed scoring, but stressed that player selection will be strictly based on physical readiness. The coach is personally assessing the forward, who has been working diligently to regain sharpness.
Despite his prolonged absence, Neymar reportedly retains the support of senior teammates who believe his experience is valuable. Meanwhile, US media suggest Neymar could be considering a move to Major League Soccer by 2027, with preliminary talks underway with Cincinnati FC.
