Mbappe: I can't imagine the World Cup without Neymar, but I won't argue with Ancelotti

Real Madrid and France forward Kylian Mbappe has expressed hope that Santos forward Neymar will return to the Brazil national team. The 34-year-old was not included in the final squad for the friendlies against France and Croatia.

"Neymar is Neymar. The World Cup is for world stars and he will definitely be there. I can't imagine the World Cup without Neymar, but I won't argue with Ancelotti," Mbappe was quoted as saying by journalist and insider Fabrizio Romano on social media X, citing Globo.

It was previously reported that Neymar has disappointed the Brazilian Football Confederation and has minimal chances of participating in the World Cup. This season, Neymar has scored three goals and made two assists in five matches in all competitions.