Marco Ancelotti has said that Neymar will have to be fully fit before he can return to the Brazil squad. The former Real Madrid and AC Milan manager told reporters that the Brazilian star’s health is a priority for the upcoming Copa America campaign.
Ancelotti reminded Brazil’s leadership that Neymar’s knee injury, which has kept him out of recent club matches, threatens to sideline him for crucial games if it isn’t cleared. He urged the coaching staff to give the player enough time to recover fully, rather than rushing him back.
“The player has to have confidence in his body, the most critical factor for any footballer wanting to perform at the top level,” Ancelotti said. He added that his own experiences with player fitness and injury recovery would guide Brazil’s medical team.
Brazil’s manager is in a tight spot, as the squad will soon be tested by top teams in the tournament and possibly in a World Cup qualifying cycle. A fit Neymar could lift the team’s chances, and Ancelotti’s comments could help shape the approach to the star’s comeback.
Experts agree that a careful rehabilitation plan is essential. If Neymar regains full fitness by mid‑season, Brazil will stand a better chance of making a deep run in the Copa America and beyond.
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