Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has dismissed claims that Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal received special treatment after being allowed to join the national team squad later than his teammates.
The 19-year-old was left out of Spain’s travelling squad for Thursday’s Nations League match against the Czech Republic after experiencing discomfort and inflammation in his right knee following Barcelona’s La Liga victory over Atletico Madrid.
Yamal remained in Barcelona to continue his recovery under the supervision of the club’s medical staff.
speaking on Wednesday, De la Fuente explained that the decision was taken to avoid unnecessary travel and allow the winger to receive treatment.