Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Monday Neymar is "not 100 percent" fit so will miss two friendlies later this month as youngster Endrick returns to the squad.

Brazil star Neymar has admitted that he could retire from professional football at the end of 2026, as he battles persistent injury challenges while keeping his sights on representing his country at the FIFA World Cup later this year.

Neymar has extended his stay with Santos until the end of 2026

Neymar has agreed to renew his contract with Santos until the end of 2026, a source close to the negotiations told AFP.

Carlo Ancelotti is yet to pick Neymar in any Brazil squad since taking over in May.

Star footballer Neymar got into an altercation with the referee Savio Pereira Sampaio during Santos' loss to Flamengo in their Brazilian Serie A match.

Lionel Messi broke the world record of most assists in international football as Argentina hammered Puerto Rico 6-0.

Neymar's wait for a first international appearance since October 2023 goes on with Brazil's record goalscorer ruled out of action until at least November with a thigh injury.

Neymar has not pulled on the yellow jersey since October 2023, when he suffered a serious knee injury.

Brazilian football team superstar Neymar was reportedly left a massive amount of money by a billionaire who recently died.