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Lamine Yamal’s rise to stardom is quite unprecedented. At a time when footballers only break into the elite level around the age of 18, the La Masia star was a regular for club and country at just 16.
Now 17, he has already won the European Championships and is looking towards a great season with Barcelona who have been on fire under Hansi Flick.
In fact, the teenager himself has five goals and as many assists in 11 appearances for Barcelona this year.
As the youngest nominee in history for the Ballon d’Or, it is clear that the youngster is no longer competing with prodigies his age but the best in the business. In fact, many already deem him the best in the world in his position.
Fabregas praises Yamal
Speaking to ESPN in a recent interview, Barcelona and Spain legend Cesc Fabregas was asked about who he felt was the most talented footballer in the world is, to which he did not hesitate in naming the teenage phenom Yamal.
“I would probably say Lamine Yamal for the impact that he’s having. When you have this type of talent, this type of quality, for me to see the freedom and how he expresses himself on the pitch, it’s fantastic to see because of the creativity.”
Elaborating on his choice, the former Barcelona and Arsenal star spoke on how the La Masia product always has the ability to make a difference and take up responsibility for the team.
“I think he’s a unique talent. He’s someone that you just need to let him go out and play football. He will always make a difference when he’s pressed.”
“When he’s not pressed, he always finds the right solution, even if it’s an individual action or a one, two, or the last ball, or give continuity to the play, whatever the game demands at that moment,” he added on his brilliance.
Already being counted among the best in the world. (Photo by Mateo Villalba Sanchez/Getty Images)
Fabregas even praised Yamal for his maturity beyond his years and how he…
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Author : Adithya Eshwarla
Publish date : 2024-10-16 17:26:31
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