The Spanish international was sensational in club and selection since his breakthrough in Catalonia in 2023. At 17, he is a choice of choice for Hansi Flick and Luis de la Fuente, his rating ceasing to climb after winning the double Kopa-Golden Boy trophy at the end of 2024.
With his 11 assists in Liga, he is at the top of the classification of the Spanish elite. It also dominates many other indicators, including passes in the penalty area, deep passes, creative actions and successful dribbles. Messi shared his point of view on this young sensation as part of his analysis of the best players in current world football.
Leo Messi finally pronounces on Yamal
“” Young people watch and imitate everything, they know everyone and follow everyone. The players they are talking about most are Mbappé, Vini Junior, Haaland, Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal ”he said during an interview on the Simplemente Fútbol Youtube channel.
Messi great admirer of Yamal
“What Lamine Yamal accomplishes is impressive. He is already European champion with Spain. He is only 17 years old, is growing and will continue to progress and contribute, as I did. He has incredible qualities and is already one of the best players in the world. »»
The form of Lamine Yamal in the last weeks of the season will be crucial for the hopes of tripled FC Barcelona, while the Flick team targets the title in Liga, the King's Cup and the UEFA Champions League.
Messi is about to make a decision concerning his future at Inter Miami, his current contract expiring at the end of 2025, at the same time as the MLS season.
His project to become Captain of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 remains on the right track and he should sign an extension at least until after the tournament.
