Official: Pedri, Alba, Busquets called up as part of Spain’s EURO 2020 squad

Former coach Luis Enrique has selected his troops that will charge into battle for the EUROs that kick off in June, with Spain taking on Sweden in the first round of fixtures on the 14th. There are three Barcelona players called up as part of the squad, namely Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and youngster Pedri. Eric Garcia has been called up as well.

For a player who just completed his first season in top-flight football, this call up should serve as massive motivation for Pedri. The Spaniard took part in 52 games across the season for Barcelona, but will embrace the chance to represent his national team at the age of 18.

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In an interesting turn of events, Sergio Ramos, captain of the Spanish side, has been dropped, probably owing to injuries. The Real Madrid defender suffered a string of injuries throughout the season, missing the home stretch as the campaign came to a close. Leeds United’s Diego Llorente has been called up to replace him, while not a single Real Madrid player makes the team.

Manchester City’s Aymeric Laporte makes the cut as well, despite having never attended a single training session with his new country-mates. Cesar Azpilicueta receives a call-up as well and could be coming after a Champions League win with Chelsea.

Surprisingly, Adama Traore and Pablo Sarabia have received the not despite sustaining a rather sub-par season, while Iago Aspas – top assist provider of La Liga has been dropped.