Inter Milan star Carlos Augusto is likely to make the Brazil squad for the heavily anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, Carlo Ancelotti is expected to hand the Nerazzurri defender a call-up.

Despite his bit-part role in Cristian Chivu’s system, Carlos Augusto is in contention for a place in Brazil’s World Cup squad.

Indeed, Ancelotti will announce his team in mid-May, with the 27-year-old expected to be on the list.

In addition to Augusto, Caio Henrique, Alex Sandro, and Douglas Santos are also vying for a spot in the national team.

Augusto has spent most of the season playing second fiddle to Federico Dimarco and Alessandro Bastoni.

However, the runaway Serie A leaders are keen to extend his contract at the end of the current campaign.

Frustrated with a lack of regular first-team football, the former Monza star could consider his options in the summer.

Therefore, it’s not beyond the realm of possibility that he could ask for a transfer.

On the other hand, Atalanta and Roma have reportedly set their sights on the versatile defender.

Meanwhile, Inter have slapped a €25 million asking price on their unsettled star.

Nevertheless, Augusto won’t discuss his future before the end of the World Cup.