Sidelined for more than a year due to a huge knee injury, Neymar made his comeback with Al-Hilal two weeks ago. The former Paris Saint-Germain player must now regain rhythm, but also confidence on the field. Yesterday, Dorival Jr revealed the players summoned for the next gathering. Among those absent, Endrick and Neymar. But the Brazil coach made a resounding announcement for the return of Neymar to the Seleção. A little more patience for the winger before finding the only yellow jersey for the five stars.
“We will be ready for his return at the next call-up”
For the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Brazil will have to win on Venezuela's pitch before hosting Uruguay. All without Neymar. Dorival Jr was of course interviewed to discuss the latter's absence and the Al-Hilal winger will not be back in the selection before 2025: “I can confirm that Neymar has made himself available to be here, but having played few minutes since the injury, we respect his club's decision. We will be ready for his return at the next call-up where he is ready.” Hoping until then that Neymar does not relapse…
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Yesterday, Dorival Jr revealed the list of players summoned for the next Brazil rally. Neymar is still absent. However, the Auriverde coach made a huge announcement about the winger's return to the selection. We will have to wait until 2025 before seeing the former PSG again in the five-star jersey.