Yes you saw right, Sergio Ramos is not on the Spanish plane flying to Euro 2020.
Captain, leader and a source of inspiration to so many young Spanish talents coming through the ranks of the national side, Ramos was not included in the list of players picked by coach, Luis Enriqué.
A shocking news it is, but it really shouldn't be. The coach Luis Enriqué, has already come out to say that he wants a squad with players that are 100% fit. Unfortunately, that has not been the case for Sergio Ramos. He's been struggling for fitness during the last few months of the just concluded European League season.
The absence of Sergio Ramos has paved way for the inclusion of Manchester City man, Aymeric Laporte.
This happens to be his first call-up to the Spanish national team! 🇪🇸
The defender was born in France but moved to Spain when he was 16, where he spent eight years playing for Athletic Bilbao before joining Man City.
Laporte recently switched nationalities and has now pledged allegiance to Spain. This is out of frustration for not playing a single minute for the 'Le Blue' - the French national team. His swift action has earned him a ticket to the Euros with Spain.
La Roja' squad in full
In conclusion, this is a very bold decision by the coach but let's hope the team can still live up to expectations in the absence of their inspirational leader.
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