With the international break underway, Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal is currently away with the Spanish national team, preparing for their friendlies against Colombia and Brazil.
During the national team camp, the 16-year-old sat down for an interview with MARCA, where he discussed a plethora of topics, ranging from his explosion at the club and international level, his friends, and manager Xavi, among others.
On Spain progression
It must be remembered that Lamine Yamal was fast-tracked into the Spain national senior team last year, with the youngster bypassing the Under-17, Under-19, and Under-21 levels.
“Being here is a dream for me. Always going with the senior national team is something I could never have imagined coming so soon. I’m happy and I feel privileged. I always try to enjoy everything that is happening to me,” said Yamal, to kick things off.
“Yes, I could play in some of the lower categories. I am very happy for the trust they have placed in me. In the end, I skipped almost all the stages of training in the youth national teams. Being here is a luxury,” he acknowledged.
Further discussing the matter, the wonderkid added: “A year ago I was here for something very different. I was with them playing in the U15, in the U16, and now I’m already with the big boys. Imagine that.”
On whether he has been able to assimilate what has been going around him over the past ten months or so, given his rapid rise to stardom, Yamal said:
“I understand it, but I try not to think about it too much because in the end, when you think about it, when you worry about things the most, the problems come. These are things that you shouldn’t have in your head.”
On his relationship with Spain manager Luis de la Fuente, Yamal added: “Very good with him, from the first day. He gave me a lot of advice from the moment I arrived.”
Lamine shares a good bond with Nico Williams. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)
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Author : Michel Durant
Publish date : 2024-03-19 09:22:00
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