Anger is mounting within Barcelona towards Spain’s national team coach, Luis de la Fuente, just months before the World Cup, following increasing indications that several Barcelona players are likely to be left out of the squad.
According to reports circulating within the club, three Barcelona players believe they deserve a place in the national team, but they are now convinced that their chances of participating in the World Cup are extremely slim unless there is a sudden change in the coaching staff’s selections.
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This trio includes Juan García, Eric García, and Alejandro Baldé, all of whom have been among the team’s standout players this season, delivering strong performances for the Catalan club. Their potential exclusion has raised many questions within the club.
Frustration at Barcelona over the coach’s decisions
The three players are deeply frustrated, having played crucial roles in Barcelona’s results this season, but their path to representing Spain seems almost closed.
It’s not about their technical ability, but rather what some within the club perceive as the coach’s consistent policy of relying on specific players for each position. This reduces the chances of new players being included in the squad, regardless of their club performances.
De la Fuente Sticking to a Core System
Indications suggest that Luis de la Fuente prefers to rely on a stable core group in each position within the national team, which limits changes even if some players’ form dips.
In the goalkeeping position, Juan García has shown remarkable improvement this season, and many consider him one of the best goalkeepers in the league. However, the goalkeeper rankings within the national team appear unchanged so far.
As for Eric García, he has regained his defensive form and shown clear consistency with Barcelona, but he faces stiff competition for his place in the national team. Meanwhile, Alejandro Baldé continues to deliver outstanding attacking performances and demonstrates significant tactical development, but this has not yet translated into international opportunities.
Discontent within the Catalan club
Inside Barcelona, there is a prevailing belief that the players’ current form is not the deciding factor in national team selections. Some believe that De la Fuente prioritizes squad continuity over technical ability at the moment.
This situation has created discontent within the club, especially with the World Cup approaching. Barcelona officials feel that excluding players who are performing at a high level could be an unfair decision.
If the situation continues as it is, Juan García, Eric García, and Alejandro Baldé could find themselves left out of Spain’s squad for the upcoming World Cup, despite their impressive performances with Barcelona this season.
