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According to a report by Evening Standard on Monday, November 9, 2026, Liverpool attacker Victor Munoz has been rewarded with a place in Spain's senior national team squad after overcoming a knee injury that sidelined him for three weeks.
The 23-year-old is part of the group selected by Luis de la Fuente for the forthcoming Nations League fixtures against the Czech Republic and England. His selection has come as a surprise following his recent absence from Liverpool's first-team activities.
Munoz experienced a difficult period after picking up a knee problem that prevented him from participating in three successive matches. The winger missed Liverpool's Premier League encounters with Villarreal and Brighton, as well as their Carabao Cup fixture against Chelsea.
His absence meant Arne Slot had to manage his attacking options without the Spanish forward during a demanding stretch of the campaign.
The former Osasuna star eventually regained his fitness and returned to the pitch when Liverpool hosted Arsenal at Anfield on November 1.
However, his comeback coincided with a disappointing afternoon for the Merseyside club. Liverpool were beaten 1-0 by the Premier League champions, with Kai Havertz registering the only goal of the match.
Although the result was not what Liverpool wanted, Munoz's return to action has now been followed by an opportunity to represent Spain again.
La Roja are currently leading Group A3 in the Nations League, with a three-point cushion over England. The upcoming fixtures will give them an opportunity to consolidate their position and move closer to securing their objectives in the competition.
Munoz's international selection also highlights the progress he has made since joining Liverpool from Osasuna in a deal worth £34.5 million following the World Cup last summer.
The attacker attracted Liverpool's attention through his performances in Spanish football. During his final season at Osasuna, he recorded eight combined goals and assists in 34 appearances in La Liga.
His footballing background also includes a spell in Real Madrid's academy, where he developed before making two appearances for the senior team during the 2024-25 campaign.
Since moving to Anfield, however, Munoz has found it difficult to produce consistent numbers. He has scored twice in his first 12 appearances for Liverpool while attempting to adapt to a different league and playing environment.
The winger is not entirely new to Spain's senior setup. He has already earned five caps and scored once, with his international goal coming against Serbia in a friendly played in March 2026.
His latest invitation provides an opportunity to add to those appearances and show that his recent fitness difficulties will not affect his progress.
Munoz will now be hoping to impress during the international fixtures and make a positive contribution whenever he is called upon.
A successful international break could give him additional confidence ahead of his return to Liverpool, where he will be looking to earn more playing time and establish himself as a dependable attacking option under Arne Slot.