To overcome World Cup disappointment, Brazil is now moving toward a new equation, and the first step of this transformation is Neymar's non-return to the yellow jersey.

Coach Carlo Ancelotti has officially stated that Neymar's chapter with the national team has come to an end.

The Italian mastermind is mapping out long-term plans for the 2030 World Cup without the former Santos forward.

Goal.com reported this information, citing an interview given to CNN Sports.

Ancelotti said, "He should have been in the team on the merit of his own performance. But Neymar himself has confirmed that he no longer wants to return to the national team. It is impossible to replace an extraordinary and unique talent like Neymar with anyone else. He is truly exceptional." With this statement, the coach put an end to all speculations surrounding the superstar.

Bringing an end to the Neymar chapter, Carlo Ancelotti—along with Brazil's Football Director Rodrigo Caetano—has begun the work of radical transformation.

The main objective is to crown Brazil back at the pinnacle of the global stage at the 2030 World Cup.

A clear imprint of this is visible in the recent squad announcements, where experienced players are being sidelined to make space for emerging young talents from domestic and world football.

Regarding this rebuilding process, Ancelotti said, "We must move forward step by step. Our main focus is now on the rising youngsters born in 2004, 2005, and 2006. Even some extraordinary talents born in 2008 are emerging who have not yet entered the mainstream, but possess the ability to adapt. Now is the best time to give them an opportunity. It is true that someone can play brilliantly even at 36 or 37 years of age, but we must now prioritize youth."

Ancelotti added that in modern football, team play has the final word over individual brilliance. "Of course, having the best players in the team increases the chances of winning, but in the absence of team football, it is impossible to survive in modern football. We are working to build a strong, future-oriented team, not one dependent on a single star."
Source: Goal.com