The Spain boss sent a clear message to fans and members of the press, as Vicente Del Bosque confirmed that Fernando Torres will be ready in time for the World Cup. The national team manager commented that his number '9' "is very well, and if it he had a pause in training, it's hasn't been down to any physical problems, but out of precaution. The vibes have been good and we are confident that he will be fully fit and with a perfect bill of helath by June 16."

Vicente Del Bosque revealed that he and his coaching staff have respected the striker's plan of recovery. “It's important that he is well for the start of the World Cup, and not if he plays on Thursday (South Korea). We are not going to take any risks. We have never taken any risks with players in the past and we are not going to start now. He has a future beyond the World Cup and we don't want to force him back before he is ready, it wouldn't be in the best interests of the player. Whatever we decide, it will be with the all the clear of the medical team, and the player."