Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal will miss Spain's UEFA Nations League Group A3 encounter against Czechia on Thursday, November 12, after reporting discomfort in his right knee following the club's 2-1 victory over Atlético Madrid.
The 19-year-old has been allowed to delay his arrival at Spain's training camp as he continues his recovery in Barcelona after undergoing medical examinations.
According to the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), Yamal experienced discomfort in his right knee after Sunday's match at the Metropolitano Stadium. Following the medical examinations, it was decided that he would remain in Barcelona rather than immediately join the national team.
Spanish media reports subsequently confirmed that the Barcelona forward would not be available for Thursday's meeting with Czechia.
The decision also comes after Yamal played the full match against Atlético, where he was involved in Barcelona's winning goal.
The Spain international provided the decisive pass for Fermín López to score in the 66th minute, completing a comeback after Giuliano Simeone had given Atlético the lead. Fermín had earlier equalised in the 45th minute.
Yamal's absence means Spain will have to make adjustments to their attacking options for the trip to Prague, with head coach Luis de la Fuente preparing for the first of two final group-stage fixtures.
Spain will face Czechia at Letná Stadium before hosting England at the Metropolitano Stadium on Sunday, November 15.
The national team has already secured qualification for the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals after collecting 12 points from their opening four Group A3 matches. However, Spain will be seeking to maintain their position at the top of the group as they complete the league phase.
Spain had initially named Yamal in a 27-man squad announced by De la Fuente on November 6. The selection also included three players receiving their first senior call-ups, as the coach made six changes to the group selected for the previous international window.
The federation's medical staff remain in contact with Barcelona's doctors to monitor Yamal's progress. He is expected to join the national team in the coming days, with the England fixture identified as the next target for his return, although his availability will depend on his recovery.
