Barcelona’s summer rebuild is well underway, with fresh faces incoming and club legends bidding farewell.
But amid all the transfer buzz, one player who remains untouchable — both in talent and in loyalty — is the teenage sensation Lamine Yamal.
The 17-year-old has become a household name across Europe, earning accolades for both club and country.
Fresh off a sensational campaign, Lamine Yamal has had the football world talking.
He bagged 18 goals and 25 assists, playing a vital role in Barcelona’s domestic treble — a feat few could have predicted at the start of the season.
His performances didn’t stop there.
The teenager starred in Spain’s triumphant European Championship run last summer, prompting pundits and former pros alike to tip him as a future Ballon d’Or winner.
Veteran Spanish defender Raul Albiol was the latest to back Yamal for football’s most prestigious individual honour, saying the youngster has “all the makings of a legend.”
But it’s not just ex-players who are paying attention.
One of the greatest managers in the game has taken notice too — and he’s dreaming of what could have been.
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In a recent conversation that’s set tongues wagging across Catalonia, Pep Guardiola openly praised Yamal’s talent, even going so far as to admit he would “like to coach” the young prodigy.
The Manchester City boss, who led Barcelona through its golden era, added a dose of realism though: “I would like to coach Lamine Yamal, but that will not happen.”
For Barca fans, Guardiola’s admiration is high praise — and a reassuring reminder that Yamal is one of the most coveted talents in the world.
Still, the club will be wary of any future interest from Guardiola’s City, who are on the hunt for attacking reinforcements after a disappointing season.
While Pep may not get his wish, Barcelona will be doing everything to ensure Yamal continues lighting up the Camp Nou for years to come.
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