On July 16, Lamine Yamal has taken a decisive stage in her young career by signing a new contract with FC Barcelona, which hired him until 2031. During this occasion, the prodigy received the legendary number 10, a strong symbol within the Catalan club. The announcement immediately sparked a “Laminemania”: long queues in store and record sales record in just 24 hours.
On the ground, Yamal confirms his status as a key element in Barça. During the recent pre-season tours in Japan and South Korea, he distinguished himself by his performances, recalling his exploits despite a defeat in the semi-final of the Champions League against Inter Milan (3-3 in the first leg, 3-4 on the return). His precocity and his talent already earn him strong attention in Europe.
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The 2025 Golden Ball race, The FC Barcelona put above all on the impressive list of Yamal last season: 18 goals and 25 assists in 55 matches in all competitions. The club also capitalizes on its growing aura to seduce the voters. From the final of the Club World Cup lost by PSG, Barça deploys a discreet but effective strategy to highlight, as pointed out The team.
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Despite some extra-sport controversies, the Blaugrana are busy behind the scenes to enhance their young talent. After awarding him the number 10 of Lionel Messi, the club has multiplied the publications praising the qualities of the left -hander, in particular through videos of its exploits during the Asian tour, thus recalling the great performances of the player.
The verdict will fall on September 22 at the Théâtre du Châtelet. Will Lamine Yamal be able to dethrone Ousmane Dembélé, or will the Parisian remain undisputed? An outsider could also create a surprise.
