Spain’s national football team is facing a major setback as they prepare for their EURO 2024 matches against Croatia and Italy. Aymeric Laporte, a key defender, is in doubt for these crucial games due to a muscular problem. While it was initially believed that Laporte would miss the first match, reports from Spain now suggest that he may not be able to participate in any of the group stage matches.
According to Carrusel Deportivo, it is highly unlikely that Laporte will be able to play against Italy next Thursday. This news has left Spain scrambling to find alternative defensive options for their upcoming fixtures. Nacho and Robin Le Normand are expected to form the central defensive pairing for the match against Croatia, with a possibility of them also playing against Italy on June 20.
In addition to Laporte’s absence, Spain is also facing concerns about Dani Olmo’s fitness. The midfielder is not fully fit and may be a doubt for the Croatia match as well. These injury woes have put Spain in a difficult position as they aim to start their EURO 2024 campaign on a positive note.
As the tournament kicks off in Germany, with the hosts facing Scotland in the opening match, Spain will be closely monitoring Laporte’s condition in the hopes of having him available for the later stages of the competition. The team will need to rely on their depth and versatility to overcome these obstacles and perform at their best in the upcoming matches. Stay tuned for more updates on Spain’s EURO 2024 journey and the latest developments in the world of football.