World champions recall Fermin Lopez: Barcelona star back in Spain squad after heartbreaking injury

Madrid: Barcelona midfielder Fermín López has returned to the Spain national setup after recovering from a serious foot injury that sidelined him for several months. The 23-year-old was forced to miss Spain's recent World Cup campaign in the United States after sustaining a fracture to his right fifth metatarsal in May. However, his explosive form for Barcelona at the start of the 2026–27 campaign, where he has already registered four goals and two assists across all competitions, convinced manager Luis de la Fuente to hand the dynamic playmaker a swift international recall.

Strong Barcelona Contingent and PSG Representation

The latest national roster heavily features catalytic talent from the Spanish top flight alongside key European figures. Barcelona dominate the squad list with seven players selected for the upcoming international window. In addition to the heavy domestic presence, De la Fuente has included a Paris Saint-Germain pairing consisting of forward Ferran Torres and central midfielder Fabián Ruiz, maintaining international experience within La Roja's engine room.

First Roster Since World Cup Triumph

This selection marks Luis de la Fuente's first squad announcement since guiding Spain to international glory in the United States, where La Roja secured a memorable 1-0 victory after extra time against Argentina in the World Cup final.