Barcelona’s rising star Lamine Yamal, at just 17 years old, has shown remarkable maturity both on and off the field, while speaking confidently about the possibility of winning the Balon d’Or without letting it affect his focus.
The 2023-2024 season has been exceptional for Barcelona, with the spotlight falling on the club’s young talents. Among them, 17-year-old Lamine Yamal has been a standout performer, consistently impressing fans with his skill and composure. However, despite his rising stardom, Yamal has maintained a grounded approach to his career, emphasizing his love for the game above all else.
Yamal recently expressed his sympathy for his injured teammate, Marc Casado, who sustained a knee injury during Barcelona’s match against Atlético Madrid, putting his season in jeopardy. “After the match, I asked how he was feeling. He said his knee hurt, and he had to get an MRI. I spoke with him yesterday and wished him a speedy recovery,” Yamal shared. “When he returns, I’ll visit him. We all love him. It was his first season, and he was playing exceptionally well.”
Though Yamal is currently a key player for Barcelona, he insists that the pressure of winning titles, including the Balon d’Or, doesn’t weigh heavily on him. “I play to enjoy the game. I want to have fun, spend time enjoying myself on the field because that’s when I perform the best. I don’t want to think about anything else.”
With Barcelona having an extraordinary season, discussions about potential Balon d’Or candidates are inevitable, and both Yamal and his teammate Raphinha have emerged as likely contenders. However, Yamal’s response to the prospect was both confident and humble. “We haven’t talked about it, but if we win the trophies ahead of us, one of us will win the Balon d’Or – whoever it is, I’ll be happy for them,” he said. “I’m thrilled for Raphinha. I always tell him how incredible his transformation has been, and now he’s really enjoying his football.”
Liberty News’ sports correspondent states that with this mindset, Yamal has embodied the new generation of Barcelona: fearless, confident, and ready to conquer the world.
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