Lamine Yamal is the clearly one of the biggest stars at FC Barcelona right now, having showcased his talents at the highest levels at only 16 years of age.
The youngster has been key for Xavi this season, and has also gotten the affection of Barcelona fans as he continues to shine whenever he steps on the pitch, defying opposition defenders vastly more experienced and proven than him.
Being one of the stars of the team, fans are eager to get to know the player more deeply, and the player responded to this desire as he embarked on an interview with Mundo Deportivo, in which he talked about the biggest influences in his career, and how his rapid growth has led to changes in his lifestyle.
Talking about Xavi’s announcement to leave the club, Yamal was clear that the team was playing more freely after that event:
Lamine Yamal named Neymar as one of his favourite players growing up, and also commented on how the Brazilian has influenced his game:
In regards to passing, Yamal was clear that his ideal was Messi, but still admitted that reaching his very high standards would be very difficult:
Yamal also commented on how he has grown physically during the last year and what changes he has made in his lifestyle to meet the requirements of professional football.
But his feelings for Xavi, Neymar, and Messi clearly show that he is a Cule through and through, and Barcelona fans will be hoping he can etch his name in the club’s history just as these players did in the past.
