The former Brazilian attacking midfielder Julio Baptista publicly called for Neymar's return to the national team, insisting that the attacker remains the most important player in the country. As the 2026 World Cup approaches, Baptista urged Neymar, returning to Santos, reinstating the Brazil team and leading it again on the international scene.
In an interview with Footialia.com, journalist Liam Solomon asked Baptista: “NIs Eymar still good enough to participate in the World Cup? ”
Neymar still the best Brazilian?
Baptista replied: ” Why not ? He is our best player in the national team, so we have to find him a place. Maybe he will participate in the next World Cup. I think it has the opportunity to try to win something for Brazil. I hope he can do something big for Brazil. »»
Neymar yet injured
The former superstar of FC Barcelona returned to Santos in January after a difficult period with Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia, by signing a short-term contract. The 33-year-old scored three goals in his first seven appearances before an injury to the hamstrings again forces him to stay on the sidelines. The president of Santos, Marcelo Teixeira, spoke of the club's desire to extend the Neymar contract, wishing that it remains until the World Cup next year.
The Brazilian, football icon, will not be available before June, after information indicated that his last injury, which touched the hamstrings, will distance him from the field for four to six weeks.
