- It was not an easy decision, but he has not been able to play or train.
He has meant a lot to the national team and can do so in the future.
But right now I have to find the best team, says national team captain Luis Enrique according to Marca.
The 35-year-old was left outside Spain's squad.
He played his 180th international in March, but has had an injured season at Real Madrid with a minor knee operation, a couple of other injuries and he has been ill in covid-19.
Sweden meets Spain in the European Championship premiere on June 14 in Seville.