Overview
- Carlo Ancelotti said Neymar remains in Brazil’s plans but will only be recalled once he is fully fit after nearly two years out of the national team.
- Brazil under Ancelotti have three wins, one draw and one defeat, conceding just one goal while scoring nine as the coach prioritises balance and teamwork.
- Neymar’s Santos contract runs to December 31, 2025, making a free transfer possible in January, with agent Pini Zahavi sounding out European options.
- Reports say Inter and Napoli were approached in the summer but passed due to fitness concerns after the forward sustained another muscle problem.
- Neymar has battled a September thigh injury and modest club output this season, and Ancelotti noted March as a key date for setting a World Cup-bound squad.