Yamal out of Spain squad as RFEF fume over injury

"The RFEF's medical services wish to express their surprise and concern after learning at 1:47 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 10, the day of the official start of the national team's training camp, that Yamal had undergone an invasive radiofrequency procedure to treat his pubic discomfort that same morning," a statement from the Federation said. "This procedure was performed without prior notification to the national team's medical staff, who only learned of the details through a report received at 10:40 p.m. on Monday, which indicated a medical recommendation for rest for 7-10 days."

"It is the latest chapter in a club vs. country saga which began in September, when Yamal first returned from international duty with the issue. At the time, Barça coach Hansi Flick accused Spain of failing to look after their players properly, prompting a small back and forth with La Roja coach Luis de la Fuente, who said he had no interest in the German boss' complaints."

Lamine Yamal underwent a small radiofrequency procedure in Barcelona to treat pubic/groin discomfort and needs seven to ten days' rest. Barcelona did not inform Spain's medical staff before the procedure, and the Royal Spanish Football Federation expressed surprise and concern after learning of the operation late on Monday. The RFEF prioritised the player's health and released him from the current squad for the upcoming qualifiers against Georgia and Turkey. The situation follows a broader club-versus-country dispute that began in September when Yamal first returned from international duty with the issue, involving public criticism between the two teams' coaches.

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