# Spain national football team coaching and squad updates

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> Updated: 2026-09-19T06:02:17.000Z. Sources: 61. Developments: 6.

Following Spain’s victory in the 2026 World Cup, Luis de la Fuente has secured a significant contract extension with the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) through 2032. This extension ensures managerial continuity through the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which Spain will co-host alongside Portugal and Morocco.

In preparation for upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Croatia, England, and the Czech Republic, De la Fuente has announced a 26-man squad featuring four changes from the World Cup-winning roster. The announcement was made via video from Ceuta, a Spanish enclave in North Africa, as a gesture of support for the city following a recent migration crisis.

New call-ups include goalkeeper Josep Martínez, whom De la Fuente described as a “reliable option” with whom he has previous experience at the U-21 level. Martínez, who replaces the injured Joan García of Barcelona, joins the squad following scrutiny regarding his performances with Inter Milan. Despite recent errors at the club level, Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu has publicly defended the goalkeeper, stating that “mistakes are part of the game” and expressing full confidence in his abilities.

Espanyol striker Roberto Fernández has also been named to the side. His inclusion carries financial implications for his club; if the 24-year-old makes an appearance in any of the four upcoming matches, his release clause is set to automatically increase from 25 million to 30 million euros. Additionally, Dean Huijsen and Fermín López return to the side.

Notable absences include the retired Marcos Llorente, and players Gavi and Borja Iglesias. De la Fuente also highlighted the depth of Spanish goalkeeping, noting that Unai Simón, David Raya, and Joan García are among the ten nominees for the Ballon d'Or.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-19: Luis de la Fuente set for RFEF contract renewal until 2030

The RFEF board will vote on Monday to renew Luis de la Fuente's contract as Spain's men's national football coach, extending his tenure at least until the 2030 World Cup.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/luis-de-la-fuente-set-for-rfef-contract-renewal-until-2030

### 2026-09-18: Spain national team calls up Josep Martínez and Roberto Fernández

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has called up Inter Milan goalkeeper Josep Martínez and Espanyol striker Roberto Fernández for the Nations League. Martínez's call-up follows recent club performance scrutiny.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spain-national-team-call-ups-include-martnez-and-fernandez

### 2026-09-16: Luis de la Fuente extends Spain head coach contract until 2032

Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente has signed a contract extension through 2032, securing his leadership through the 2030 World Cup following his recent major tournament successes.

46 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/luis-de-la-fuente-extends-spain-national-team-contract-until-2030

### 2026-09-14: Luis de la Fuente to announce first Spain squad since World Cup win

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente will announce his first squad since the World Cup victory on September 18 for the upcoming Nations League group stage matches.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/luis-de-la-fuente-to-announce-first-spain-squad-since-world-cup-win

### 2026-09-14: Luis de la Fuente nearing contract extension with Spain until 2030

Spain men's national team coach Luis de la Fuente is close to a contract extension until 2030, following his recent World Cup, Euro, and Nations League titles.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/luis-de-la-fuente-nears-contract-extension-and-squad-overhaul

### 2026-08-19: Spain's RFEF seeks to extend Luis de la Fuente's contract to 2030

The RFEF is negotiating a contract extension for coach Luis de la Fuente through 2030 following Spain's 2026 World Cup victory.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spains-rfef-seeks-to-extend-luis-de-la-fuentes-contract-to-2030

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