Lamine Yamal Faces Injury Doubt Ahead of Spain’s Match Against England

Initial Squad Camp Opens in Madrid Without Yamal and Oyarzabal

Spain opened its training camp in Madrid with two players unable to train as preparations began for upcoming fixtures against the Czech Republic and England, diariovasco.com reported.

Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal and Real Sociedad captain Mikel Oyarzabal did not join the initial squad assembly due to distinct physical issues. National team coach Luis de la Fuente has called up Liverpool player Víctor Muñoz to cover the immediate absences.

Right Knee Pain Keeps Lamine Yamal in Barcelona

The fitness status of Lamine Yamal remains the primary concern for the technical staff after the winger finished the recent league fixture against Atlético Madrid at the Metropolitano stadium with pain in his right knee. Medical examinations confirmed the injury, leading to the decision that he should remain in Barcelona for ongoing recovery.

The Spanish Football Federation has not ruled the forward out for the match against England, which takes place Sunday at the Metropolitano. Medical staff from the federation maintain permanent contact with Barcelona club physicians to monitor his daily progress.

Mikel Oyarzabal Fights Flu in San Sebastián

Mikel Oyarzabal stayed behind in San Sebastián to finalize his recovery from a late-stage flu virus that prevented him from traveling to the initial assembly. The Real Sociedad forward is expected to join the national squad in the coming days once the illness clears entirely. Federation doctors are coordinating directly with club staff regarding his return timeline.

Neither Lamine Yamal nor Oyarzabal is ruled out for the fixture against England. Both players are anticipated to integrate into group training once cleared by medical personnel.

Goalkeeper David Raya Delays Arrival Due to Personal Matters

The squad also faces a temporary adjustment in goal as David Raya handles personal matters in England, leaving his arrival date uncertain between Tuesday and Wednesday. That absence opened a place for Álvaro Valles, a goalkeeper the coaching staff has monitored closely over recent months.

Earlier Roster Disruptions Ahead of Training Camp

These roster disruptions follow the recent withdrawal of Ander Barrenetxea, who sustained an injury and was replaced in the squad by Jorge de Frutos ahead of the training camp.

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