The experienced forward will not be involved in Martin Lasarte's plans for the start of this summer's international tournament in Brazil
The Chile national team has confirmed that Inter star Alexis Sanchez will miss the Copa America group stage after suffering an injury in training.
Sanchez earned a place in Martin Lasarte's final squad for the summer tournament after helping Inter win their first Serie A crown in 11 years last season.
The 32-year-old has been a talismanic figure for Chile throughout his 15-year international career, but they will have to make do without him for the first round of matches in Brazil.