Overview
- Spain’s federation said Barcelona carried out an invasive radiofrequency treatment on Yamal’s pubic area without prior coordination with national team doctors.
- The RFEF learned of the intervention at 13:47 on Monday and received full details at 22:40, including a recommendation for a week to 10 days of rest.
- Coach Luis de la Fuente described the episode as unprecedented for him and voiced surprise at the lack of communication.
- Yamal was released from the squad and Rayo Vallecano forward Jorge De Frutos was called up as his replacement for this international window.
- The dispute revives earlier tensions over Yamal’s workload and fitness management as Spain seeks to secure its 2026 World Cup berth against Georgia and Turkey.