Frank Christian
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil has introduced a controversial proposal that might impact the national football team significantly.
Lula has suggested that only players from Brazil’s league, the Brasileirao, should be eligible for national team selection.
This could potentially exclude prominent players such as Vinícius Junior, Rodrygo, and Raphinha, who currently play in European leagues.
A daring approach to reshaping Brazil’s football
A fan of Corinthians, Lula expressed his views during a radio interview (via Mundo Deportivo) after Brazil’s recent 2-1 victory over Chile.
He stated, “Those outside are not better than those who are here,” in reference to Brazilian players overseas.
This comment followed a match where goals were scored by two Botafogo players from Rio de Janeiro, Luiz Henrique and Igor Jesus, bolstering his argument.
The President believes that there are no current players in Europe comparable to icons like Garrincha or Romario and asserts that promoting local talent will enhance the national team.
Lula emphasized, “Let’s give opportunities to those who are here.”
Vinicius, Rodrygo, Raphinha and co could be saying GOODBYE to the Brazil national team.
Brazilian President Lula has expressed his wish to see only players playing in Brazil called up.
For him, he does not want Brazilian’s playing for their country who play in Europe.… pic.twitter.com/3cj6B745x1
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) October 12, 2024
Should this proposal be implemented, it could radically transform Brazil’s national team. However, it is likely to encounter significant opposition from FIFA and existing international football regulations.
The discussion of this idea has already sparked conversations among sports enthusiasts.
