Brazil coach Dorival has said Neymar will continue to play a key role in the national team’s future amid the Al Hilal forward’s recovery from serious injury.
Neymar, 32, ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and meniscus in his left knee while on international duty in October.
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Dorival had said last month that although he considers Neymar among the world’s best three players the Selecao must learn to play without him.
However, he appeared to go back on those comments and insisted Neymar still has a place in his plans.
Asked about Neymar’s recovery, Dorival said: “It is one of the main projects. Neymar is a very important player. He is well aware of that. He is one of the greatest players in world football.
