Bombshell! There's a surprise in Luis de la Fuente's squad list: Real Madrid and Barça is stunned

The Spanish national team is already focused on the upcoming international fixtures, which will be decisive for securing a ticket to the 2026 World Cup. On Saturday, November 15, Spain will visit Georgia, and three days later, on the 18th, they will host Türkiye at home. This last match will be crucial in determining the top spot in the group, as La Roja leads the Turks by only three points.

Luis de la Fuente is aware of the importance of the moment and has decided not to hold anything back. He has just released his squad list for both matches, and as always, surprises have not taken long to appear. This time, the coach's decisions directly affect Real Madrid and Barça, generating surprise and even some discontent in both clubs.

Luis de la Fuente surprises Real Madrid

Meanwhile, for Real Madrid, the most striking news is the absence of Álvaro Carreras. The left-back, who has been having a sensational start to the season, has once again been left out of the squad. Many currently consider him the best Spaniard in his position, but Luis de la Fuente keeps his trust in Grimaldo and Cucurella, the regulars in his recent drafts.

Within Real Madrid's environment, this decision is not understood. Álvaro Carreras has been an undisputed starter under Xabi Alonso, showing a maturity beyond his years and a spectacular physical display. In addition, his performance in big matches, especially in El Clásico, has made it clear that he is ready to defend Spain's colors, but the draft remains elusive.

Barça fear Luis de la Fuente

At FC Barcelona, the situation is completely different. The big news is the inclusion of Lamine Yamal in the final squad, something that has caused concern in the Catalan club. The young winger has been dealing with pubalgia for weeks, a condition that has forced him to miss several matches and train with caution.

Despite this, Luis de la Fuente has decided to include him among the called-up players. According to reports, the coach had previously told his entourage that, if Lamine Yamal played against Brugge, he would be included in the squad, so it has been. The news has not been well received by Barça's coaching staff, who consider it risky to push the player during his recovery phase.

The complete list of the Spanish national team

Beyond these two situations, the squad announcement has not brought major surprises. Figures such as Zubimendi, Fabián, Morata, or Unai Simón remain pillars of the national team. Spain heads into this double matchday with a consolidated group and the undiminished hope of securing qualification as soon as possible.

Even so, Luis de la Fuente's decisions once again put the debate between clubs and national teams on the table. At Real Madrid there is anger over the lack of recognition for Álvaro Carreras, while at Barça there is concern about Lamine Yamal's physical condition. Two opposite situations, but with a common denominator: the most talked-about squad announcement of the year.