Lamine Yamal joined the Spain squad in Madrid after a knee scan revealed fluid, following a public dispute over his fitness, The Guardian reported.
Knee Scan Controversy
Luis de la Fuente criticized critics who accused the federation of giving the teenager preferential treatment. The controversy arose after Yamal missed the trip to Czechia.
De la Fuente said that the club should have communicated its intentions in advance.
Arrival at Camp
Spain landed back at Madrid’s Barajas airport from Prague at 1.45pm on Friday. The team traveled by bus to their Las Rozas headquarters, where they trained at 7.30pm.
Lamine Yamal arrived from Barcelona at midday, alongside Mikel Oyarzabal from San Sebastián. Both players are available to face England at the Metropolitano on Sunday night in the final Nations League group game, The Guardian reported.
“I’ve got good news,” Luis de la Fuente said, per Yahoo Sports. “Lamine is in perfect condition and really looking forward to it and Mikel has just become a father; he will appreciate the chance to sleep.”
Spain enters the match unbeaten despite player absences
Dani Olmo and captain Rodri remain absent due to injuries. Spain enters the match unbeaten in 120 minutes for 43 matches.
Why Lamine Yamal missed the trip to Czechia
Why did Lamine Yamal miss the trip to Czechia?
A medical scan showed fluid on his knee, prompting Luis de la Fuente to decide that the player should rest and receive treatment in Spain rather than travel.
“I'm here to cast light. Lamine had some discomfort on his knee and a scan showed some liquid on his knee, so I took the decision that rather than coming here, travelling, he should rest, get treatment. I am optimistic he can join us on Friday. Is that clear?” Luis de la Fuente said.
When did the Spain squad arrive in Madrid?
The team landed at Barajas airport from Prague at 1.45pm on Friday before heading to their Las Rozas headquarters.
Who is absent from the Spain squad for the England match?
Dani Olmo and captain Rodri are both unavailable due to injuries.
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