Brazil: Carlo Ancelotti wants to take inspiration from Hansi Flick

The manager plans to base his approach on Barcelona

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Brazil: Carlo Ancelotti wants to take inspiration from Hansi Flick

03.10.26 06:00 Friendly International

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In charge of Brazil, Carlo Ancelotti could draw inspiration from what is working at Barcelona as he looks to relaunch his team.

While the Seleção continue to struggle to be effective in attack, Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly considering deploying Raphinha up front in the next friendly against Australia. It is a position the player is now familiar with at Barcelona, where he has already played as a centre-forward or false nine this season.

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The idea is explained by the Barcelona captain's excellent current form, with 14 goals since the start of the season. Carlo Ancelotti would thus like to strengthen his midfield while taking advantage of Raphinha's finishing ability and leadership in the final third. The Brazilian, who now wears Neymar's number 10 shirt for the national team, could therefore become one of the Italian coach's main attacking options, particularly as Vinicius and Endrick have struggled to convince since he took charge.

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