Carlo Ancelotti is set to become the new head coach of the Brazil national team, and there's no doubt this is one of the biggest challenges of his career. The Seleção is not going through its best moment, despite boasting world-class talent throughout the squad.

With anticipation building around Ancelotti’s first decisions as Brazil’s new manager, he's already facing a significant issue—one that involves some of the biggest stars in Brazil’s locker room.

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It’s no secret that Brazil’s attack is stacked with superstars, and naturally, every one of them wants to be a starter. While Ancelotti has plenty of experience managing egos in dressing rooms like Real Madrid, this scenario presents a unique challenge.

If Neymar recovers in time, he will demand a starting role. The legendary forward remains one of the most iconic players in Brazilian football history, and it's nearly impossible to leave him out of the equation.

Things get even more complicated when you factor in Raphinha, who has had a standout season with FC Barcelona, and Vinícius Jr., a key player at Real Madrid. All three play as wingers, and with Ancelotti prioritizing tactical balance, there may only be room for two—not even counting Rodrygo, who also operates in this space.

In Brazil, there’s a growing awareness that Vinícius Jr. has not replicated his previous season’s form, which could work against him. Meanwhile, Neymar's injury recovery gives Ancelotti some breathing room for now.

But the big question looms: what will Ancelotti do when all of these stars are fully fit and available? Some reports suggest Neymar played a significant role in bringing Ancelotti to Brazil, which means benching him could create tension, especially given his seniority and influence within the squad.