At only 18, Lamine Yamal is not afraid of anything. On the lawn as outside, the Barcelona prodigy multiplies strong gestures and does not hesitate to shake up the sacred symbols of the club. A new step has just been taken this summer, confirming that the kid has really no limits. He is no longer content to imitate his idols: henceforth, he walks straight in the footsteps of the giants, even if it means provoking the debates.
Because this season, Lamine Yamal will put on the legendary number 10 of Barça, the one who belonged only to the older ones, from Rivaldo to Ronaldinho, but especially to Lionel Messi. A choice as cheeky as it is bold. After the departure of Ansu Fature to Monaco, the young crack inherits a heritage that many deem too heavy to carry at his age. But he does not disassemble. On the contrary, he claims this choice as the logical continuation of his ascent and intends to make the overwhelming shadow of the Pulga forget.
A challenge that does not fail to provoke
In a club where the slightest risk -taking turns into a media earthquake, Yamal's audacity already divides. Some salute his ambition, others denounce a lack of respect for the history of Barça and Messi. But Yamal assumes: if he wants to enter the legend, he will have to dare everything. Even if it means hitting the sensitivity of purists.
Take Messi's 10: genius or madness for Yamal?
It remains to be seen if the young Spaniard will be able to stay focused on the essentials. His entourage is already beginning to arouse some concerns. His recent getaway in Ibiza with Neymar makes teeth cringe: in Barcelona, we wonder if he really follows the right examples to win at the highest level. The requirement, rigor and discretion are often the best allies of large careers.
Lamine Yamal, ready to challenge the myth?
By also openly defying the history of the club, Yamal takes an immense risk. The bet is daring, but the reward can be huge. It remains to be seen whether he will be able to transform this audacity into a greatness or if he will end up overwhelmed with the weight of the jersey. In Barcelona, the Messi legend remains untouchable. For the moment.
