Overview

• Hansi Flick had accused Spain of failing to protect 18-year-old Lamine Yamal during the last international window, citing pain, analgesics and long minutes.
• Luis de la Fuente said he was surprised by Flick’s remarks and pointed to explanations from his staff, referencing Álex Grimaldo’s account of their conduct.
• De la Fuente emphasized that selection carries “risk zero,” stating players are only called when healthy and sent home if risk is detected.
• Flick also complained of poor communication with Spain’s staff, noting he exchanged only text messages with De la Fuente and faced language barriers.
• The dispute remains a public disagreement without new medical updates on Yamal, as Spain turns to October qualifiers against Georgia and Bulgaria.