Brazilian President Lula da Silva revealed an unusual conversation he had with the coach of the Brazilian national team, Italian Carlo Ancelotti, where they discussed the issue of calling up star player Neymar for the upcoming World Cup squad.

Lula clarified that Ancelotti asked him a direct question about whether the player should be included in the national team.

According to the Brazilian president's statements in a live broadcast on YouTube, he responded that the decision primarily depends on Neymar's physical readiness and his willingness to commit, emphasizing that talent alone is not enough to join the national team.

Lula added that the player, despite his great history, must demonstrate discipline similar to major stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, emphasizing that the selection should be based on readiness and commitment on the field, not just the name.

Neymar has been facing increasing pressure recently due to his declining physical fitness and inconsistent participation, which casts doubt on his chances of being with Brazil in the World Cup, despite being the national team's all-time top scorer.