Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho withdraws from Brazil squad due to injury

Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho has withdrawn from Brazil's squad for upcoming 2018 World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Venezuela.

The nation's football association has confirmed that the 23-year-old will play no part in the games due to an injury, which was not specified.

Coutinho played a full 90 minutes in Liverpool's 1-1 draw against Everton at Goodison Park on Sunday.

Kaka, who plays for MLS side Orlando City, has been called up in Coutinho's place.