Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente has explained why a Barcelona midfielder was left out of the latest national team squad, stating that the player "knows he must keep working" to earn a call-up.
De la Fuente did not name the specific player but emphasized that competition for places in the midfield is intense and that the omitted player understands the need to continue improving at club level.
The comments came ahead of Spain's upcoming fixtures, with the coach highlighting the depth of talent available in the position.
