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Spain Releases Lamine Yamal From Squad After Undisclosed Procedure

Barcelona counters that a Belgian specialist assessed him in good condition, endorsing the club's rehabilitation plan.

Overview

  • The Spanish federation said it learned at 13:47 on 10 November that Yamal had undergone a radiofrequency intervention that morning to treat pubic pain.
  • The RFEF reported receiving a medical document at 22:40 recommending seven to ten days of rest and released the forward from the national team call-up.
  • Yamal will miss World Cup qualifiers against Georgia in Tbilisi on Saturday and Turkey in Seville on 18 November.
  • Foot Mercato, citing Mundo Deportivo, reports Barcelona consulted a Belgian pubalgia specialist who judged the player in good condition and approved the club’s follow-up plan.
  • The episode heightens existing tension between Barcelona and the federation after coach Hansi Flick previously criticized Spain’s handling of the teenager’s rest and workload.