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After Lamine Yamal’s injury against Denmark, Spanish coach Luis de la Fuente clarified his management of the player, claiming to always prioritize the health of the athletes.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has spoken out on Lamine Yamal’s departure from the national team after suffering hamstring discomfort during the Nations League match against Denmark.
The 17-year-old, Spain’s centerpiece at the last Euro, was criticized for playing too much. However, De la Fuente defended his choices, saying: “ Lamine had some discomfort and told me that he would not be 100% on Tuesday. When in doubt, we always prioritize the athlete’s health. »
Luis de la Fuente responds to criticism after Yamal’s departure
The coach denied any tension with FC Barcelona, explaining: “ I haven’t spoken to anyone at Barça, but Lamine showed maturity by telling me that he wasn’t feeling well. I thank him for that. »
As Spain prepare to face Serbia, De la Fuente stressed the importance of managing players without compromising their health: ” We are not suicide bombers. We use the tools at our disposal to win, but always respecting the players. »
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