Luis de la Fuente announces first Spain squad – Iago Aspas, Nacho Fernandez recalled, Jordi Alba dropped

De la Fuente has announced a squad that will appease many with their shouts for Iago Aspas to be included, while current Zarra leader Joselu Mato has also earned his first call-up.

Real Madrid have an increased presence in the squad with Dani Carvajal, Dani Ceballos and Nacho Fernandez all making the cut. Jordi Alba and Eric Garcia drop from the list, and it is the first in many years without a fit Sergio Busquets, but Barcelona do have Alejandro Balde, Pedri and Gavi included.

Other surprise additions are Bryan Gil of Sevilla, and a recall for Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga. David Garcia of Osasuna has also been selected for his first Spain squad, after long spell performing at a good level.

Full list below:

Kepa Arrizabalaga

Robert Sanchez

David Raya

Jose Gaya

Alejandro Balde

Aymeric Laporte

Inigo Martinez

Nacho Fernandez

David Garcia

Pedro Porro

Rodri Hernandez

Martin Zubimendi

Mikel Merino

Gavi

Fabian Ruiz

Dani Ceballos

Pedri

Alvaro Morata

Dani Olmo

Bryan Gil

Mikel Oyarzabal

Joselu Mato

Iago Aspas

Gerard Moreno