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David Luiz and Gabriel Jesus return to Brazil squad as Neymar given a summer holiday

The Barcelona star and Dani Alves are just two players who have been given a break by coach Tite, who will welcome a number of new faces in June

Chelsea defender David Luiz is set for a return to the Brazil squad after more than a year away from international football, though Neymar will not face Argentina in June.

The Barcelona forward is among a number of Selecao stars that coach Tite insists need a break following a gruelling calendar and will miss the Brasil Global Tour double-header in Melbourne next month.

Valencia goalkeeper Diego Alves was among a number of new faces called for the Superclasico and a clash with hosts Australia.