This season, Mariano became a real revelation in Lyon and scored 19 goals in 19 league matches.

Mariano, although Dominican, has the right to speak for the Spanish national team, as he took citizenship and rejected the proposals of the Dominican Republic.

"Are there any chances for Mariano to go to the World Cup? Yes, of course. He has a Spanish passport, and he can be summoned. Now we are watching his game, "Lopetegi said..

The World Cup will be held in the summer in Russia. Spain joined the group with Portugal, Morocco and Iran.

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