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Uruguay Copa America 2024 squad: Which La Celeste players are going to the USA?

Uruguay will be taking part in their 46th Copa America when they land in the USA. The South American team will be eyeing their 16th trophy, beating competition from the likes of giants Brazil and Argentina.

As the 2024 Copa America approaches, Uruguay, a team with a rich footballing history and a reputation for producing world-class talent, will be banking on their experienced stalwarts and emerging stars who could take the field to reclaim their throne.

From seasoned players in Europe's top leagues to promising youngsters making their mark domestically, there is depth and diversity when it comes to Uruguay's talent pool. GOAL takes you through the list of players who could don the iconic sky blue jersey and represent Uruguay in South America's most prestigious football competition.

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    GOALKEEPERS

    Sergio Rochet is the most experienced goalkeeper in the side. He is expected to be called up for the tournament but the likes of Santiago Mele and Franco Israel are capable backups.

    NameClub
    Santiago MeleAtlético Junior
    Franco IsraelSporting CP
    Randall RodríguezPeñarol
    Sergio RochetInternacional
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    DEFENDERS

    Atletico Madrid's Jose Maria Gimenez is the most experienced defender that Uruguay can pick for the Copa America.

    He will have support from Matias Vina, Ronald Araújo and Sebastian Caceres in the defence.

    NameClub
    Matías ViñaFlamengo
    Ronald AraújoBarcelona
    Mathías OliveraNapoli
    Guillermo VarelaFlamengo
    Sebastián CáceresAmérica
    Bruno MéndezGranada
    Lucas OlazaKrasnodar
    Nicolás MarichalDynamo Moscow
    Jose Maria GimenezAtletico Madrid
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    MIDFIELDERS

    Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur and Real Madrid's Federico Valverde are the key players for Uruguay in midfield and will be some of the first names on the squad list when it is announced.

    Nicolas de la Cruz is expected to support the duo, with backup options available in the form of Matias Vecino and Manuel Ugarte.

    NameClub
    Matías VecinoLazio
    Rodrigo BentancurTottenham Hotspur
    Federico ValverdeReal Madrid
    Nahitan NándezCagliari
    Giorgian de ArrascaetaFlamengo
    Nicolás de la CruzFlamengo
    Manuel UgarteParis Saint-Germain
    Rodrigo ZalazarBraga
    Nicolás FonsecaRiver Plate
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    FORWARDS

    It will be interesting to see whether experienced stars such as Luis Suarez and Edinson Cavani make it to the final squad for the Copa America, with youngsters pushing for a place in the roster.

    Darwin Nunez is almost certain to be the main striker for Uruguay, with 23-year-old Brian Rodriguez ready to step in when needed.

    NameClub
    Brian RodríguezAmérica
    Facundo PellistriGranada
    Facundo TorresOrlando City
    Agustín CanobbioAthletico Paranaense
    Federico ViñasLeón
    Ignacio LaquintanaRed Bull Bragantino
    Luciano RodríguezLiverpool Montevideo
    Luis SuarezInter Miami
    Edinson CavaniBoca Juniors
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    EXPECTED XI

    Marcelo Bielsa is expected to name a 4-3-3 lineup, with the available players at his disposal.

    Rochet will be the go-to guy in goal, behind a defence featuring Jimenez, Araujo, Vina and Caceres.

    Bentancur, Valverde and La Cruz could form the midfield trio. Pellistri, Olivera are likely to flank main striker Nunez.

    Uruguay XI (4-3-3): Rochet; Jimenez, Araujo, Vina, Caceres; Bentancur, Valverde, la Cruz; Pellistri, Nunez, Olivera.