Torreira Set for Uruguay Recall After Four-Year Absence

There is good news for Galatasaray's experienced midfielder Lucas Torreira. Diego Forlan, who took charge of the Uruguay national team following the 2026 World Cup as Marcelo Bielsa's successor, has announced his extended squad ahead of upcoming friendly matches against Japan, South Korea and India. The 30-year-old Torreira's name appears among the 46 players named to the list.

During Marcelo Bielsa's tenure as head coach, Torreira was called up to the national team only once, but did not get the opportunity to play. This situation had effectively distanced the Uruguayan international from his national team duties. With Forlan now at the helm, that picture appears to be changing significantly.

Torreira, who has earned 40 caps for Uruguay throughout his career, last wore the national jersey back in 2022. In the nearly four years since then, the experienced player had not received another call-up, a period that both he and Uruguayan supporters have described as a long and difficult wait.

With Diego Forlan's appointment as national team coach, Torreira's prospects with Uruguay have brightened once again. The defensive midfielder, who has been performing consistently well at Galatasaray, could make his return to the national side for the first time in four years should he feature in the upcoming friendlies. The news has been welcomed both by fans and within the Galatasaray community.