According to MARCA, Lamine Yamal is currently undergoing a well-structured recovery program at Barcelona’s training facilities, aiming to rejoin Spain’s squad later this week.
The 19-year-old star will miss the upcoming match against Czechia but remains optimistic about his chances for the fixture against England at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano this Sunday.
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Lamine recuperates from knee inflammation
Lamine was among the five players from Barcelona selected by Spain manager Luis de la Fuente for the UEFA Nations League matches against Czechia and England.
However, following Barcelona’s recent 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid in La Liga, it was reported that the winger has been experiencing inflammation in his knee.
This revelation led De la Fuente to exclude him from the squad traveling to tonight’s encounter against Czechia, prompting Lamine to remain in Barcelona for treatment.
Unavailable for Spain’s match against Czechia. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
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During his stay in Barcelona, Lamine followed the specific exercises and treatments outlined by both his club and national team medical staff.
The Kopa Trophy winner’s main goal is to be ready for Spain’s upcoming match against England, while also keeping an eye on the subsequent La Liga game against Villarreal.
Condition deemed not serious
Reports indicate that the knee inflammation is not classified as serious, with plans for Lamine to travel to Madrid on Friday to rejoin the national squad.
Unless there are unforeseen developments regarding his recovery, the 19-year-old forward is optimistic about participating in future games.
Aiming for a return against England. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
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Both Barcelona and the Spanish national team are committed to ensuring that Lamine returns to play safely without exacerbating his injury.
The collaboration between the medical teams at both the club and the national side aims to manage Lamine’s recovery effectively, prioritizing his health over rushing his return. As a result, no risks will be taken.
This season so far, Lamine has participated in 16 games for Barcelona and has made four appearances for Spain in the last international break. Proper management of his workload will be essential for both the player and the teams involved.
