Luis de la Fuente has named the Spain Euro 2024 squad that will travel to Germany for the upcoming tournament, starting June 14. The manager has opted for a blend of youth and experience, making some bold calls while announcing his 26-strong shortlist.
Barca’s Pau Cubarsi has been left out alongside Atletico Madrid’s Marcos Llorente and Aleix Garcia, in spite of a brilliant season. On the other hand, Ayoze Perez has been given a surprising call-up, after his goal and assist against Andorra in Spain’s recent 5-0 win. It will be the first major tournament for the Real Betis midfielder, alongside Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal and Fermin Lopez.
Spain Euro 2024 Squad: Final list revealed
Spain’s squad announcement for the Euros is simply incredible:
— Zach Lowy (@ZachLowy) June 7, 2024
1) Getting one of the greatest Spanish athletes of all time (Rafael Nadal) to narrate it
2) Getting each of the players’ family members to announce their selections
10/10, no notes. pic.twitter.com/18sGAeJNmp
Goalkeepers: Alex Remiro (Real Sociedad), David Raya (Arsenal), Unai Simon (Athletic Bilbao)
Defenders: Aymeric Laporte (Al Nassr), Robin Le Normand (Real Sociedad), Alex Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen), Dani Carvajal (Real Madrid), Dani Vivian (Athletic Bilbao), Jesus Navas (Sevilla), Nacho (Real Madrid), Marc Cucurella (Chelsea)
Midfielders: Mikel Merino (Real Sociedad), Fabian Ruiz (PSG), Alex Baena (Villarreal), Martin Zubimendi (Real Sociedad), Rodrigo (Manchester City), Pedri (Barcelona), Fermin (Barcelona)
Forwards: Alvaro Morata (Atletico Madrid), Dani Olmo (RB Leipzig), Joselu (Real Madrid), Lamine Yamal (Barcelona), Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad), Ayoze Perez (Real Betis), Ferran Torres (Barcelona), Williams Jr (Athletic Bilbao)
Spain will be an interesting watch at the Euros once again, after making it deep into the tournament last time around. They have an exciting squad with several young stars such as Yamal, Fermin Lopez and Pedri, with veterans such as Jesus Navas, Dani Carvajal, Nacho, Rodri and Aymeric Laporte to provide composure in difficult moments.
