Alvaro Morata makes a comeback to Spain's Nations League squad following injury

Alvaro Morata has been announced as part of Spain's squad for their upcoming Nations League matches by coach Luis de la Fuente. The Spanish captain and AC Milan forward is making his return to the squad after recovering from a muscular issue that caused him to miss the first two games in Group A4. De la Fuente praised Morata, calling him one of the top strikers globally and highlighting his leadership qualities as captain."He is a great captain who brings the team together, selflessly prioritizing the group's success. He is the glue that holds the team together," said De la Fuente.

"All the players respect him, the whole coaching staff loves him, he contributes a lot both on and off the field."

Missing from the squad is midfield lynchpin Rodri, who will be out for the rest of the season after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury.

"Rodri is irreplaceable, the best in the world in his position," said De la Fuente.

"Given the misfortune of his injury, there will be other players who can show their full potential, so I am very calm."

Into his place comes Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi.

Midfielder Mikel Merino, injured shortly after joining Arsenal in the summer, has also made his return and features in the 25.

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Spain will take on Denmark in Murcia on October 12, before hosting Serbia in Cordoba three days later.

Squad:

Goalkeepers: Alex Remiro (Real Sociedad), David Raya (Arsenal/ENG), Robert Sanchez (Chelsea/ENG)

Defenders: Pau Torres (Aston Villa/ENG), Aymeric Laporte (Al Nassr/KSA), Dani Vivian (Athletic Bilbao), Marc Cucurella (Chelsea/ENG), Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen/GER), Pau Cubarsi (Barcelona), Oscar Mingueza (Celta Vigo), Pedro Porro (Tottenham/ENG), Dani Carvajal (Real Madrid)

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Midfielders: Aleix Garcia (Bayer Leverkusen/GER), Martin Zubimendi (Real Sociedad), Alex Baena (Villarreal), Fabian Ruiz (Paris Saint-Germain/FRA), Mikel Merino (Arsenal/ENG), Pedri (Barcelona)

Forwards: Alvaro Morata (AC Milan/ITA), Lamine Yamal (Barcelona), Ferran Torres (Barcelona), Nico Williams (Athletic Bilbao), Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad), Yeremi Pino (Villareal), Joselu (Al Gharafa/QAT)