Why didn't Gerardo Martino summon Javier Hernández to the Mexican national team?

At the end of the month, the Mexican soccer team will play two friendlies in Europe: first in Cardiff against Wales and then in Austria against Costa Rica. For this reason, Gerardo Martino released the list of players cited for said commitments and surprised with the absence of Javier Hernández. In reality, Chicharito's absence was something that was expected, but it was always speculated that he would call him to rebuild the relationship.

According to the information from Diario Récord, the decision not to call him is still due to his indiscipline and attitudes off the field. The source even revealed that the soccer player usually communicates with Yon de Luisa, the president of the Mexican Soccer Federation, but it is of little use. Tata's position is very clear: respect, discipline and work are above the names and historical brands.

Raúl Jiménez, called up

Raúl Jiménez, a Wolverhampton striker who suffered a skull injury with his team on November 29, is currently in recovery, but will be part of the national representative's training during the tour, although he will not be seen to see activity in court. His place will be occupied by Henry Martín and Alan Pulido, choice of the 'Tata' over Santiago Ormeño, who has six goals in 11 games of Guardianes 2021 of Liga MX with Puebla.

Efraín Álvarez, the jewel conquered by Martino

The 18-year-old has been under the spotlight in recent weeks, as the LA Galaxy player was contemplated by Tri and Team USA for the Guadalajara pre-Olympic, thanks to his dual nationality. Martino knew well of the intentions of the representative of the Stars and Stripes, to 'snatch' the most recent jewel of North American football, but to define his future, the Argentine strategist decided to call him to the senior team at once to ensure it.