PSG Youngster Beraldo Joins Brazil Squad as Gabriel’s Replacement

In an unexpected turn of events, Paris Saint-Germain’s promising defender Lucas Beraldo, aged 21, has been summoned to join the Brazilian national team. This opportunity arose following Arsenal center-back Gabriel’s suspension due to a yellow card received during Brazil’s match against Colombia.

Gabriel’s booking means he will be unavailable for Brazil’s highly anticipated clash with Argentina later in the international break. To fill this gap, coach Dorival Jr. has turned to Beraldo, who was initially overlooked for the squad. This call-up comes as a surprise, especially considering Beraldo’s limited playing time this season compared to his PSG teammate Marquinhos, who was included in the original selection.

Despite making 23 appearances across all competitions for PSG this season, with 19 as a starter, Beraldo has yet to feature in a UEFA Champions League match. The club has preferred Willian Pacho, who has impressed in his debut season at the Parc des Princes, for these high-profile encounters.

This unexpected call-up presents a golden opportunity for the young Brazilian defender to showcase his skills on the international stage and potentially cement his place in future national team selections.