Luis Enrique: When you see Sergio Ramos compete you see that he is special Spain Full of praise for his players

The attitude of the Spain players has already made a big impression on new coach Luis Enrique, who revealed how happy he is with the squad.

He takes charge of his country for the first time on Saturday night against England at Wembley.

Beforehand, Luis Enrique discussed his early feelings on international coaching and the week he has had with his players.

"It has been a spectacular week, I couldn't wait for it to arrive," he stated at a pre-match press conference.

"There are no doubts about my XI on Saturday, but I have been surprised by things that I've seen for the better.

"I don't remember a week as a coach in which I've seen so much commitment, although it is one thing to see it in training and another to react in a game.

"However, I'm optimistic and looking forward to seeing them compete."

It also appears that the laboured style under Fernando Hierro which saw Spain stagnate during the World Cup is going to be a thing of the past.

"We are going to play on the front foot and to attack," he warned.

"We want to have the ball, to generate chances, create opportunities, press high up and be aggressive.

"Then, we will see if we can find spaces to do what we want to do."

He spoke about the goalkeeping position too, with it unclear if David De Gea or Kepa will start.

"I've never had any doubt over that position," he replied.

"But I don't know what will happen in the future."

Sergio Ramos, the Spain captain, was also a topic of conversation during the press conference.

"When you see him compete you see that he is special," Luis Enrique said of the defender.

"I already knew that.

"He is a great leader in any situation and a person who leads on the pitch and off it.

"I'm thrilled about him and hope that he is with us for a long time.

"He has exceeded what I expected of him."

The match against England kicks off at 20:45 CEST on Saturday night.