Chelsea midfielder Willian picks up hip injury in Brazil training

For many, the obvious replacement for Brazil talisman Neymar was Chelsea midfielder Willian.

The Blues attacker who had a decent first season at Stamford Bridge, could potentially be a player to fill the Neymar void for Brazil and produce a few moments of magic that could secure the World Cup.

However, training with Brazil’s reserves today, just a day after the quarter-final win over Colombia, Willian picked up a hip injury and could well be a doubt for the Germany semi-final.

Globoesporte reveal that Willian clashed with Hernanes and after a few minutes lying on the ground was unable to continue the training session.

Willian was reportedly impressive in the training session and the Chelsea man had a word with Big Phil Scolari as he was escorted to be checked by the Brazil medical staff.

If Willian does not make it, the most likely replacements for Neymar are tipped to be Hernanes or Bernard.