The Brazilian Football Association has announced that Atalanta midfielder Ederson will step in for the injured Wesley, a right-back from Roma, in the squad for the 2026 World Cup.
Wesley will miss the tournament due to an injury sustained during a friendly against Egypt on Saturday.
According to the Brazilian FA, an MRI scan revealed that Wesley has an adductor muscle injury in his left thigh.
Ederson, who is set to join Manchester United for €45 million, will replace him. The Brazilian FA confirmed that Ederson will meet up with the team in the United States on Monday.
Under the management of Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil is placed in Group C alongside Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland.
MUNICH, GERMANY – MARCH 18: Ederson of Atalanta during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Bayern München and Atalanta BC at Football Arena Munich. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)
Brazil will kick off their 2026 World Cup campaign against Morocco on June 14, followed by a match against Haiti on June 20, and they will conclude the group stage facing Scott McTominay‘s Scotland on June 25.
ROME, ITALY – MAY 04: Wesley from AS Roma celebrating after scoring against ACF Fiorentina at Stadio Olimpico. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)
During the 2025-26 season, Wesley scored five goals and contributed two assists in 39 appearances for Roma.
“Wesley is a cherished member of the team and will always be remembered as part of this squad aiming for its sixth World Cup title,” stated the Brazilian FA.