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Neymar misses out as Endrick returns to Brazil squad

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Santos' forward Neymar [Nelson Almeida, AFP]

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.

Santos' Neymar has not played for Brazil since October 2023 due to a serious knee injury but has played four games for his club since mid-February.

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