Ancelotti in Brazil: If Vinicius is 90% fit, I’ll pick someone else | OneFootball

Carlo Ancelotti spoke candidly about the future of Neymar and Vinicius Junior in the Brazilian National Team. In an interview with Esporte Record, the coach warned that he will only take players who are in peak physical condition to the World Cup and that if they are not at 100%, they might be left out.

During the conversation, the former Real Madrid coach emphasized that the competition in the Brazilian attack is extremely high and there will be no concessions for big names. “They have to be at 100%. There are many very good players. If Vinicius is at 90%, I will call another player who is at 100%,” expressed the Italian, making no distinctions.

Neymar, currently with Santos, was not called up for any of the eight matches Ancelotti has managed since taking over mid-year. The forward is still recovering from the severe injury he suffered against Uruguay in October 2023 and is working to be in shape for the next World Cup.

“I think he has great talent,” Ancelotti acknowledged about the former PSG player. However, he also noted that injuries have prevented him from reaching good physical condition during the time they coincided. “Neymar is at the same level as the others, considering he has already demonstrated extraordinary talent,” he added.

Vinicius praised Ancelotti

For his part, Vinicius maintains a close relationship with the coach, forged during his time with the merengue team. The forward appreciated the work being done with the Brazilian team in preparation for the big goal.

“With Ancelotti, we are evolving, we are creating a style of play. Everyone has to get into the World Cup spirit,” said the forward a few weeks ago, with an eye on the tournament to be held in North America.

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