Saul Niguez leaves Spain camp to continue recovery with Atletico
The midfielder has a foot injury and will not take part in Sunday's match against Albania
Posted Saturday, October 08, 2016 by sport-english.com
Following Jordi Alba's injury Spain have now confirmed that Saul Niguez has also left the squad ahead of Sunday's match against Albania.
Alba is suffering from a hamstring problem and will be out for 10 days, while Saul Niguez has a foot problem.
Spain released the following statement: "Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez has left the Spanish national team's training camp due to not recovering from his foot condition within the desired schedule
"During the morning practice session, the player underwent tests on his physique and given the discomfort in his foot continued, it has been decided it is best for him to return to Spain.
"The Spanish national team's medical staff, after carrying out separate exercises, opted for him not to force the condition and suggested his recovery continues under his club's supervision."
Spain drew 1-1 with Italy on Thursday and their qualification campaign for the 2018 World Cup in Russia continues against Albania this weekend.
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