”I understand the role we each have, and that we’re going to defend what’s ours. I understand his position, just as he surely understands mine, because he was also the coach of his country, Germany,” he told AS.
“I’m focused on my responsibility, which is being the coach of Spain, and that means bringing in the best players to represent our country. This reflection alone justifies any of our decisions.
And I want to emphasize that we take care of the players’ health, that it’s a priority, and that we can prove it. Because when we’ve had the slightest doubt about Lamine, or anyone else, he hasn’t played and has returned to his club. I have a clear conscience.”