Overview
- Barcelona authorized a minimally invasive radiofrequency treatment for Yamal’s groin on Monday morning, with details sent to the RFEF at 22:40 recommending 7–10 days of rest.
- The federation released the 18-year-old from this international window, framing the decision around player health and the absence of prior notification.
- Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente said he was shocked by the late disclosure and described the situation as not normal.
- Rayo Vallecano winger Jorge de Frutos was called up to replace Yamal for World Cup qualifiers against Georgia and Turkey.
- The dispute follows Barcelona’s complaints over the player’s September workload as Yamal manages recurrent pubalgia that has already sidelined him for multiple matches this season.