Brazil forward Neymar is set to play for the five-times champions in their World Cup last-16 match against South Korea on Monday after recovering from an ankle injury, coach Tite said.
Tite stressed that Neymar's return was with the full backing of the team's medical staff and the player's physical health was the priority.
“If he plays, it's because he is in full health and ready to start, to play from the beginning and the entire game with no limitations,” Tite said.With Neymar back, Tite said there will be no changes in the front line from the team that started against Serbia, with Lucas Paqueta behind Neymar, Vinicius Jr, Raphinha and Richarlison.Marquinhos replaced the Sevilla defender after he sustained the injury against Cameroon, but right-back Danilo and midfielder Everton Ribeiro are also options.
“Alex Sandro's replacement will be a player that have already played in that position in his club. Make your research and you will find out who he is,” Tite said.
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