Santos finish preparations for Remo decider, Neymar could be on the bench | OneFootball

Santos completed their build-up on Monday for the Copa do Brasil last-16 decider at Remo, with Neymar named in the squad but set to travel separately and potentially start on the bench.

According to Diario Do Peixe, Cuca’s side held their final session before heading to Belém for Tuesday’s 21:30 Brasília time kick-off at the Mangueirão. His availability had been questioned due to fatigue after attending his charity auction on Monday (2). He will not fly with the delegation, instead taking a private flight on Tuesday, and is available to Cuca.

Right-back Igor Vinícius did not travel to Belém after a bout of lower back pain and will continue treatment at CT Rei Pelé. Gabriel Menino is the leading option to cover.

Centre-back Lucas Veríssimo is also out after tests confirmed a calf injury, having come off in the first leg. He will remain in treatment at CT Rei Pelé, with Adonis Frías expected to partner João Ananias.

A probable Santos to face Remo: Gabriel Brazão, Gabriel Menino, Adonis Frías, João Ananias, Escobar, Christian Oliva, João Schmidt (Neymar), Rollheiser, Gabriel Bontempo, Barreal, Gabriel Barbosa.

The tie is level after the 0-0 at Vila Belmiro, so the winner in Belém reaches the quarter-finals. Another draw will send the decision to penalties.

Source: Diario Do Peixe

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