Vanderson Called Into Brazil Squad After Wesley Is Withdrawn

Overview

• The Confederação Brasileira de Futebol confirmed late Saturday that Roma right-back Wesley has been withdrawn from the Super Data Fifa squad with a new injury and Monaco full-back Vanderson has been called as his replacement.
• Brazil will meet for the Data Fifa and play three friendlies that begin the evaluation cycle: Australia on September 25 and 29 and India on October 3.
• Vanderson returns to the group after previous call-ups and missing the World Cup because of fitness problems, and he is expected to compete with Corinthians' Matheuzinho for the right-back starting spot.
• This is the second late change to Ancelotti's September list after João Pedro was removed on September 16 and replaced by Fluminense's Martinelli.
• The moves highlight how recurring injuries are shaping selections and create a short-term test of depth and recovery, so Brazil's coaching staff will be watching Vanderson's fitness and the right-back competition closely during the window.