Spain's De la Fuente Names Top Defensive Midfielders

Luis de la Fuente, the manager of the Spain National Football Team, has identified Manchester City's Rodri and Arsenal's Martin Zubimendi as the top two defensive midfielders globally. This announcement comes ahead of Spain's friendly match against Serbia scheduled for Friday.

De la Fuente praised Rodri, calling him the best in the world, while he referred to Zubimendi as the second-best midfielder. He emphasized Rodri's return to a high level of performance, which is crucial for the team's strategy in the number 6 role.

The recognition of these players highlights their significant contributions to their respective clubs and the national team.