At just 18, Lamine Yamal is already carrying the weight of Barcelona and drawing global attention for his game-changing performances — www.naijnaira.com reports.
Real Madrid skipper Dani Carvajal defended his young Spain teammate in an interview with Cadena SER, urging critics to recognize how challenging it is to shine at such a young age.
“People have to understand that it’s complicated. He’s already a key player at a club like Barcelona. He’ll make mistakes, but with his quality he can mark an era,” Carvajal explained.
The Barcelona forward delivered one of the most remarkable breakout years in recent football history, registering 18 goals and 25 assists in 55 matches across all competitions.
His efforts fired the Catalans to a La Liga title, Copa del Rey triumph, and the Spanish Super Cup, while also helping Spain claim the Euro 2024 crown.
That extraordinary run has placed him among the two favorites for the Ballon d’Or, alongside former Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele.
Carvajal admitted he won’t weigh in on Ballon d’Or votes, but reminded fans that reaching this level at 18 is nearly unheard of.
The defender also stressed that his own career path at that age was nowhere near Yamal’s, describing the youngster’s rise as rare and difficult to manage.
Both players remain key for Spain, who take on Bulgaria and Turkey in the upcoming international window.
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