USA — Brazil’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have undergone a rapid adjustment following the confirmation that right-back Wesley will miss the tournament due to a muscle injury in his left thigh.

The Squad Replacement

Head coach Carlo Ancelotti has acted quickly to fill the void, calling up Atalanta midfielder Éderson to join the 26-man roster. The 26-year-old is set to arrive in the United States today to begin training with the Seleção.

This call-up is a significant career milestone for Éderson, who has earned three caps for Brazil and is joining his first World Cup squad. His selection follows a standout season in Italy, where he served as a defensive anchor for Atalanta across their Serie A and Champions League campaigns, recording 45 interceptions and winning 49 tackles.

The Manchester United Connection

Éderson’s inclusion in the Brazil squad coincides with major developments in his club career. He is reportedly on the verge of a summer transfer to Manchester United. The two clubs have reportedly agreed on a deal worth €40.5 million in fixed fees, plus an additional €4.5 million in performance-related add-ons. He is expected to finalize the move to Old Trafford this July.

Brazil’s Tournament Outlook

The injury to Wesley, who went down just 15 minutes into Brazil’s 2-1 warm-up victory over Egypt, is a blow to the team's defensive depth. However, the squad remains focused on their opening match of the 2026 World Cup against Morocco on June 13.

Brazil has been drawn into Group C, featuring:

      •  Morocco (June 13)

       •  Haiti (June 20)

       •  Scotland (June 24)