De la Fuente’s reported new deal would make him the longest-serving contracted head coach in Spain’s history and could keep him in the role across the next three major international tournaments.
That would include the 2030 World Cup, which Spain is due to co-host, as well as the next European Championship. The agreement was reportedly reached during the World Cup, after Spain followed its Euro 2024 triumph by lifting the global title.
The report also says the extension includes a significant pay rise, reflecting De la Fuente’s impact since taking charge. However, those contract details have not been independently confirmed.
Spain’s recent success has been built around continuity, with De la Fuente overseeing a team that combines technical quality with a strong collective identity. He repeatedly describes that culture as a family, telling reporters: “During Euro 2024, we began to emphasise a word that gave us a great deal of security, confidence and strength: family.”
He added: “We want the Spanish national team to be a family and that is honestly how we feel.”
A long-term commitment would give Spain stability as a new generation develops alongside established leaders. It would also place De la Fuente under sustained pressure to maintain the standards created by the European and World Cup victories.
Spain will expect the reported extension to be formally communicated and implemented before attention turns fully to the next international cycle.
De la Fuente insists there is no risk of complacency, saying: “We are not content with what we have achieved so far.” The challenge now is to ensure Spain’s recent titles represent the beginning of a sustained era rather than its peak.