Luis de la Fuente selects Florian Wirtz as ideal player for Spain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 9:50 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Luis de la Fuente, head coach of the Spanish national team, expressed interest in adding German midfielder Florian Wirtz to his squad. Speaking to a German outlet, De la Fuente praised Wirtz as an incredible player, despite his lack of a Spanish passport. Spain recently secured their status as world champions after a successful summer, showcasing a talented roster that includes players like Pau Cubarsí, Rodri, and Pedri. The revelation highlights De la Fuente's vision for enhancing the already strong Spanish team with top international talent.
- •Luis de la Fuente prefers Florian Wirtz for Spain.
- •Wirtz is not eligible for Spanish nationality.
- •Spain recently won the World Cup.
- •De la Fuente cites Wirtz's playing style as impressive.
- •Spain's squad features several top international players.
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