EPL: Joao Pedro Pulls Out Of Brazil Squad In Fresh Chelsea Blow

Chelsea forward João Pedro has withdrawn from Brazil’s squad for the upcoming international fixtures after suffering an injury.

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed that the 24-year-old will no longer be available for the national team during the international window.

João Pedro had been selected by Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti, but he has now been withdrawn from the squad following the injury.

The exact nature of the injury has not been disclosed by the Brazilian football authorities, leaving Chelsea waiting for further information on the forward’s condition.

Brazil are scheduled to face Australia on September 25 and September 29 before taking on India on October 3.

Ancelotti has moved quickly to replace João Pedro, with Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli called up to the Brazil squad in his place.

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The upcoming fixtures will form part of Brazil’s preparations for the next international cycle following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while Chelsea will hope João Pedro can recover quickly and return to action.