Lamine Yamal has made his first ever appearance in the most prestigious XI of the year, Fifa Men Pro XI organized by Fifa. Fans and group of expert pundits have voted for Lamine to be presented in the best XI. At 17 Lamine has clinched his place and no doubt there is more to come from this blistering star.
Why did Lamine Yamal get his spot?
The 2023/24 campaign marked a breakthrough season for Lamine Yamal, establishing him as a household name through his impeccable individual performances.
Despite Barcelona’s struggles last season, Lamine’s talent stood out, unmatched by any player of his age. He achieved an impressive match rating of 7.65 in La Liga appearing in 35 games, 7.42 in 9 Champions League games, 7.40 during the Euros, and 8.0 in international friendlies. (Stat Credits: Sofascore)
Lamine was a standout player last season, contributing 16 G/A for Barcelona and played a vital role in Spain’s Euro 2024 campaign. Lamine provided 4 assists and 1 goal in 7 games for Spain. His exemplary performances earned him the Young Player of the Tournament award, as he continued to break records and set ne standards for a player of his age.
Kopa Trophy and Golden Boy Award
Lamine has been collecting accolades this year, recognizing his status as one of the brightest stars in the world. Last Sunday, Lamine was awarded the prestigious Golden Boy Award, recognizing him as the Best Young Player in the world.
In October, he claimed the Kopa Trophy in Paris, further recognizing his talent around the world. Adding to this, he also secured a spot in Balon d’ Or top 10, ranking among the best of the season.
His stellar form continued this season, earning him as the La Liga Player of the Month award in September. This season Lamine has already contributed 18 G/A in 21 games and seems unstoppable.
Is he the future for Barcelona?
Jorge Mendes, Lamine’s agent has stated that “Yes, he will renew with Barça. He is the Barça,” solidifying Lamine’s future at the club. This statement comes as no surprise, as Lamine has become a key figure for Barcelona, often compared to the great Lionel Messi for carrying the club’s performances individually despite his young age.
With Barcelona in a rebuilding phase after Messi’s departure, Lamine is seen as a sign of hope for coming years, delivering standout performances and shouldering responsibilities. In my opinion, Lamine is one of the future stars not only for the club but for the whole football world. Barcelona is the best place to where he can polish his career and make a name out of himself.
