"Has a future": Vasco academy talents set for Seleção under Carlo Ancelotti | OneFootball

The DNA of Vasco has invaded the final list of tests for the biggest stage in world football this season. Coach Carlo Ancelotti announced this Monday the call-up of the Brazilian National Team for the tough friendlies against France and Croatia, scheduled for March 26 and 31.

The preparatory matches for the World Cup will feature the confirmed presence of two great gems revealed by Vasco’s youth academy: midfielder Andrey Santos, currently at Chelsea, and forward Rayan, who plays for Bournemouth.

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Preparatory Friendlies and Notable Absence

The official list marks the last practical tests before the definitive call-up for the world tournament hosted in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The biggest highlight of the list was the absence of star Neymar.

The squad led by the Italian will face France in the city of Boston and Croatia in Orlando. The Brazilian National Team’s schedule also includes direct clashes against Panama on May 31 at the Maracanã, and Egypt on June 6 in the city of Cleveland.

Brazilian National Team call-up with two Vasco youth products – Photo: Reproduction ge

Rayan: Meteoric Rise and Vasco’s Record Sale

The coach justified the opportunity given to the young forward recently transferred from Vasco for 35 million euros, equivalent to a hefty R$ 217 million, to Bournemouth.

Rayan has been part of the youth national teams since his time at Vasco – Photo: Rafael Ribeiro/CBF

Carlo Ancelotti detailed the characteristics that immediately caught his attention:

The athlete has scored two goals and provided one assist in seven games in England after starting the year by finding the net twice against Maricá. The Italian coach was candid about betting on the rookie:

Andrey Santos: International Breakthrough and Tactical Consolidation

The international call-up crowns the excellent moment experienced by Andrey Santos on the competitive European pitches. The talented midfielder has earned a key spot in Chelsea’s star-studded squad and has established himself as a player of utmost trust for both defense and offensive transitions.

The player developed at São Januário continues to display the high technical level shown in previous years, proving that his adaptation to the fast-paced and physical style of foreign football has been completed with absolute success.

Andrey Santos shines at Chelsea – Photo: Eddie Keogh/Getty Images

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