The Spain Lineup That Should Start Against Switzerland

Spain are currently top of their UEFA Nations League group.
Spain are currently top of their UEFA Nations League group. / Quality Sport Images/Getty Images
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Spain will be looking to extend their lead at the top of their Nations League group on Saturday when they head to bottom of the group Switzerland.

Luis Enrique can be proud of the position his team are in after drawing their first game with Germany. Since then, his side have beaten Ukraine and Switzerland 4-0 and 1-0 respectively before losing to former 1-0 in the return fixture. They also played out a 1-1 draw with the Netherlands on Wednesday.

Here's the side Enrique should put out on Saturday.

1. Goalkeeper & Defenders

De Gea has strugged for clean sheets so far this season in the Premier League.
De Gea has strugged for clean sheets so far this season in the Premier League. / Soccrates Images/Getty Images

David de Gea (GK) - De Gea is going through a sticky patch in his Manchester United career and will hope pulling on the Spain shirt will give him renewed confidence. At international level, he remains La Roja's number one.

Sergi Roberto (RB) - Roberto has been on the bench for the past few games for Spain and starting him here could bring a new dynamic to the team.

Sergio Ramos (CB) - Ramos is a marmite figure in football but there is no doubting his leadership qualities and experience are invaluable to the national side. The Real Madrid captain doesn't mind pitching in with goals either, as we saw with his brace against Ukraine.

Pau Torres (CB) - The highly sought-after youngster has started the last two games for Spain and is a key example of the next generation of talent they have to offer. He has been linked with both Arsenal and Manchester United in recent times.

Sergio Reguilon (LB) - Reguilon's move to Tottenham can only be good for his development and he is someone we will see a lot more of in the future. The fact that it was Enrique who gave him his debut shows he has full faith in the attacking full back and is keen to find a long term successor to Jordi Alba.

2. Midfielders

Busquets will be hoping to take revenge on Shaqiri after his role in Liverpool's 4-0 victory over Barcelona.
Busquets will be hoping to take revenge on Shaqiri after his role in Liverpool's 4-0 victory over Barcelona. / Quality Sport Images/Getty Images

Koke (CM) - Koke made his return to the Spain set-up in the 1-1 Netherlands draw and will be keen to build on the 45 caps he already has under his belt. He is a regular for Atletico Madrid and has bags of experience for the international side and will help dictate the tempo in the middle of the park.

Sergio Busquets (CM) - Busquets has more experience than any of Spain's other midfielders. He boasts an impressive 119 caps and is a World Cup and European Championship winner. He is accomplished in his role, sitting just in front of the defence, and acts as a pivot between attack and defence.

Fabian Ruiz (CM) - Ruiz's stock is only going up and it will not be long before he has established himself in the national team as he gains more caps and experience with Napoli.

3. Forwards

Adama Traore offers a different dimension for Spain who are not used to having brute strength amongst their ranks.
Adama Traore offers a different dimension for Spain who are not used to having brute strength amongst their ranks. / Quality Sport Images/Getty Images

Adama Traore (RW) - Traore's emergence on the international scene is exciting for everyone, not just the Spanish. Adding Traore into the mix offers Spain a new dimension going forward while simultaneously terrifying the opposition.

Alvaro Morata (ST) - Morata is another who has played a bit part role recently. Regardless, his goalscoring record for Spain is impressive, averaging a goal every two games, and with the players around him there's no doubt he will be given chances to hit the back of the net.

Dani Olmo (LW) - Olmo is one of Europe's biggest hot prospects and has seen his international minutes increase over the past few months. A potent attacking threat going forward, he is someone who could reach the top level in years to come.