Lamine Yamal, the FC Barcelona prodigy, does not have the same popularity everywhere in Spain. Particularly on the side of Real Madrid, the rival club. Ivan Zamorano, Chilean legend and former Real Madrid striker, did not mince his words when asked if he would welcome the young Barcelona player one day wearing the Merengue jersey, even if the hypothesis is very unlikely.
“I would not sign Lamine Yamal. He’s a very good player, but he has neither the soul nor the essence of Real Madrid. Madrid is a club of class and culture, and its players must reflect that.”said Zamorano bluntly, visibly irritated by the recent media outings of the Spanish international. A statement that echoes the traditional vision of Real, attached not only to performances on the pitch, but also to a certain image and exemplary behavior.
Less respectable than Messi?
The former Inter Milan star did not fail to drive the point home: “I never heard Messi say we stole anything, and he was the best in the world. A 17-year-old shouldn’t get noticed for what he says; we get noticed on the field. » For Zamorano, Yamal’s youth and raw talent are not enough: he must also embody values and know how to be respected by his actions, and not by his words.
The former Madrilenian also advises Barça: “The club must help Lamine Yamal find his way. Only then can he become more than a good player and truly build a legacy. » And for him, Pedri perfectly illustrates this model: “I would choose Pedri instead of him. He is humble, speaks when necessary, and lets his football do the talking. This is the real spirit of Madrid. »
These harsh criticisms show Lamine Yamal the path to take in order to be respected by the hated rival in the same way as former Blaugrana glories…
