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The dialogue also touched on a somewhat fraught relationship between Jorge Jesus and Brazilian superstar Neymar. The tension seems to have stemmed from Neymar's past comments on a podcast, expressing his dissatisfaction with Jesus's tactics while at Flamengo. Despite this, Jorge Jesus has been adamant about his desire to coach the national team, leaving many to question if this divide could hinder his potential appointment.
Jorge Jesus had conversations with Mauro Cesar Pereira, a prominent sports journalist, expressing his interest in the national team role. Pereira has notably underscored that the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) must act decisively regarding their coaching vacancy, especially given the timeline leading up to the next World Cup.