Missing from the Brazil squad
Richarlison was not named by Brazil’s interim coach Fernando Diniz in the squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Colombia (November 16) and Argentina (November 21). The Tottenham Hotspur striker now explained the reasons for his fluctuating performance, which are said to be caused by persistent pubic bone problems, which is why he will undergo surgery.
“Of course I was sad not to be there, but I understand Diniz. If I were in his position, I wouldn’t have nominated myself either. I didn’t play good football, I exhausted myself. Of course, I’ve improved in the last few games, but I’m still a long way from wearing the national team jersey,” said Richarlison, who has played 48 times for the “Seleção”, in an interview with “ESPN.br“. The 27-year-old attacker was downgraded from 48 to 40 million euros in the latest market value update, which means he is still among the top 15 of the most highly valued footballers from Brazil.
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“I have to be good, I have to be at 100 percent, and I’m not at 100 percent,” continued Richarlison, who didn’t play in the duel against Chelsea on Monday. In order to regain full performance, an operation is necessary. “The last few months have not been easy for me. I also suffered health-wise. I have already spoken to the doctors and will soon have surgery on my pubic bone. For eight months I suffered, fought, looked at the national team and the club and not at myself. I think it’s time to rest, to take a break,” explained Richarlison. There has so far been no confirmation from Tottenham about the upcoming operation.
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