Raphinha has been compelled to drop from Brazil’s World Cup qualifying squad resulting from COVID-19.
The 25-year-old was first included in Tite’s 25-man roster on March 11 in preparation for his or her forthcoming matches in opposition to Chile and Bolivia.
However the winger examined constructive for the virus final Thursday, forcing him to overlook Leeds’ 3-2 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers the next day, and he may also miss the remainder of the month’s worldwide responsibility.
Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes has additionally withdrawn resulting from his and his girlfriend’s being pregnant.
Brazil‘s official web site has posted an announcement saying the withdrawal of each gamers, though it’s unclear whether or not they intend to name up replacements.
Raphinha has excelled for Tite’s facet since making his Brazil nationwide workforce debut in October, scoring three targets and contributing two assists in seven video games.
Raphinha is scheduled to return to first-team motion for Leeds on April 2 after they host Southampton within the Premier League at Elland Street.
