Roberto Martinez has released this Friday the squad list (32) for the international break in November, in which the returns of several of its stars stand out, including that of Eden Hazard (29 years old). Of those laps in the face of the meetings in Leuven (the headquarters have been moved due to the curfew in Brussels due to the coronavirus) before Switzerland (Wednesday 11; friendly), England (Sunday 15; League of Nations) and Denmark (Wednesday 18; League of Nations) has spoken with the media.
Lukaku: “We have been in contact since his muscle injury against Shakhtar and we are very confident that he can be with us on Monday. We will check how he is playing. Our protocol is very clear with the medical department: if he will be okay on Monday, we will make a decision.” .
Hazard: “He has been very positive on his return. He has already played three games with Madrid and his feelings have been very, very good. We hope he continues to progress and play minutes to receive him.”
Castagne and Carrasco, out: “Castagne is injured, he is not ready. It is a matter of time. He does not have much left, but now is not the best time for him to join us, just like Carrasco.”
Friendly with Switzerland to give opportunities: “That was the plan in October, against Ivory Coast. They are key games to give minutes and see players who have not had many opportunities. It was a great experience. We want to take the opportunity to send everyone a message of encouragement after his operation to Zinho ( Vanheusden, seriously injured this week), who played very well against Côte d'Ivoire in his debut. Against Switzerland it is important for us to continue this development of the youngsters. We only have two more stops until the list of 23 for the European Championship It is a very important friendly to give good opportunities and obtain information “.
If you have received many calls from clubs: “We are in a position now where we are all trying together to seek the new normal because of the situation with the coronavirus. We all understand that we have to follow protocols to help each other. We have a common enemy, the virus. We understand what that the players need from an individual point of view and, from that point, we work together with the clubs so that the footballers can have a good and healthy experience, as well as return to their clubs well. “
Witsel, of central on Wednesday in Champions: “He can play in many positions. When a player is at that age, he has the maturity and experience to play in different roles. Seeing him as central also makes me see that he is lacking in midfield. So he is a great option, but he will play with us. in the center of the field “.
Play the Euro only in Russia: “They are speculations of the people. I am sure that at the moment UEFA contemplates two or three possible scenarios. The most important thing is that it can be played. From there, we all hope that the 12-venue format can be given, which is unique , but we have to monitor the situation, to know if there will be fans in the stadiums … At this moment there is nothing to comment, we are all preparing for what comes. With the virus you cannot think of only one option. “
Again, three players from the U21: “It is very important to continue developing this at an individual level. After Switzerland they will join the U21, with which they have a very important role. They are young and they cannot miss either of the two parts: they must be important for qualifying for the U21 Euro Cup and also being able to express themselves and enjoy the experience of the well-deserved call with the seniors “.
Return from Vermaelen: “Now the authorities of Japan allow athletes to leave the country and return without doing a large quarantine. We will use this advantage. It is important. Two stoppages have been missed and it is good that 2020 ends with us.”
Chadli, no minutes: “It has been a difficult time for him. He had a good experience in Belgium, playing a lot, but the virus and the team change have not helped him. We need to see him in this break to analyze him well, see how he is. All his great work in the selection endorses its call “.
Origi, not cited by technical decision: “We know him well, but it is time to see other players. There is no physical problem. It is in our thoughts as well.”
Hazard: “It has been very positive to see how he has moved. He can play without pain and he showed it. He scored a great goal on his return and had a great influence against Inter. We have to have patience, common sense and protect him, but medically he is now good and ready to enjoy his football. “
Courtois: “For me and for all Belgians he is the best in the world. We enjoy his role. It is not only that he leaves the door to zero or not, but to appear and give such a high level at key moments in all the games. He has reached a level very very high, as we have followed from a distance, and now we hope to see him in the games in November “.