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The Digest:

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has publicly criticized the Spanish national team's handling of young star Lamine Yamal's injury, blaming international duty for the winger's current unavailability.

Key Points:
  • Yamal missed training due to a groin issue and will miss Barcelona's match against Valencia
  • Flick revealed the 18-year-old played through pain with painkillers during Spain's World Cup qualifiers
  • The coach questioned why Yamal played 79 and 73 minutes despite Spain leading by three goals
  • Flick cited communication issues with Spain coach Luis de la Fuente due to language barriers
  • The young winger is also doubtful for Barcelona's Champions League match against Newcastle
  • Flick confirmed Frenkie de Jong's absence but noted Marc Bernal's return from long-term injury
  • Barcelona will play at their 6,000-capacity Johan Cruyff ground due to Camp Nou renovations
The conflict highlights ongoing tensions between club and country regarding player management and injury protocols.

Sources: Sky Sports, Goal.com