The story already seemed confusing enough. Between the statements of Luis de la Fuente, the criticisms of Hansi Flick and the silence of FC Barcelona, ​​the sudden departure of Lamine Yamal from the Spanish selection had left room for all speculation. But a new chapter comes to relaunch the file. A twist which, this time, changes the perception of the whole affair.
The “Yamal mystery” finally clarified
This twist is the
speech by Aitor Karankasports director of the Spanish Federation, who insisted on “put out the fire”. According to him, no tension exists between the RFEF and Barça despite persistent rumors. Lamine Yamal reportedly left the gathering for medical reasons, after a
invasive treatment for chronic pubalgia carried out without prior consultation with the selection. A decision made “in the interest of the player”according to Karanka, and not a disguised sanction as some media had suggested.
Karanka insisted on dialogue “fantastic” interviewed with Deco, sporting director of FC Barcelona. “Everything was done for the boy’s good,” he clarified, recalling that coach De la Fuente had visited Yamal before his departure. Enough to defuse any controversy and respond to the criticisms made by Hansi Flick, who accused La Roja of having asked too much of the young 18-year-old star during previous international breaks.
Communication under high tension
If Karanka’s tone is intended to be soothing, this episode above all reveals the fragility of dialogue between clubs and federations. Barça, protector of its nugget, fears a relapse before the major meetings in La Liga and the Champions League. The RFEF wants to avoid any suspicion of interference or medical negligence.
The young prodigy, finalist for the last Ballon d’Or, will continue his convalescence in Catalonia before returning against Athletic. Behind this “rebound”, one observation emerges: Lamine Yamal is no longer just a promise of Spanish football. It is now at the center of a political and sporting balance that no one wants to disrupt.
