“I see a fantastic future for him”, De La Fuente under the spell of a Barça crack

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Luis de la Fuente is convinced that Marc Casado has all the qualities to have a great international career.

For his first call-up to the Spanish team this November, Marc Casado, one of the last nuggets of FC Barcelona, ​​made his debut in the La Roja jersey against Denmark (2-1), Friday, in the League nations. Coming into play in the last half hour, the 21-year-old defensive midfielder took part in his team’s success.

After the final whistle, the former Masia resident received a shower of praise from coach Luis De La Fuente. Impressed by Casado’s maturity and precocity, the Spanish technician does not hide his enthusiasm for the player’s future.

A bright future predicted for Casado

“I see a fantastic future for him”affirmed the 63-year-old coach, before continuing: “He surprised us all, he is a young but mature, responsible player. When I talk about these thousand details in addition to football, he has them and that’s why he succeeds so well. He’s going to have a great career. We were all surprised by his rapid breakthrough to the highest level. »

The reigning European champions will end their 2024 year this Monday with a final match against Switzerland. While Spain is already assured of finishing at the top of its group, De La Fuente could offer Casado a first start for this final meeting.

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