Lamine Yamal has been pivotal for Spain and Barcelona in 2024. The youngster has had a memorable run, lifting the European Championship and earning several individual awards. He faced an ankle injury in mid-December and is now set to make a comeback. The superstar has also increased his valuation, making him Barcelona’s most valuable player.
Yamal’s Return To Training And His New Market Value
Yamal is ready for New Year Comeback
Reports have confirmed that Lamine is ready and will join Barcelona’s training session on January 1st, 2025. Yamal missed the match against Atletico due to injury and is now back in action. After this break, a couple of good training sessions will be enough for him to regain match fitness.
Lamine is expected to play in the Spanish Super Cup’s first leg against Athletic Bilbao in Saudi Arabia. Fans are eager to witness him, as the Barcelona team looks confident of winning the first trophy of the season.
A Staggering €180m Million Transfer Market Valuation
Lamine Yamal has recently had a market increase of €30m, making his new market value €180m. This new value is more than what the French megastar Kylian Mbappe is worth right now, which stands at €160m.
This jump in market value reflects his exceptional performances for Barca and Spain over the past 12 months. Yamal was pivotal in Spain’s first Euro win in 12 years as the prodigy secured the “Young Player of the Tournament” award. He also recently visited Dubai, where he won the Globe Soccer Award for “Best Emerging Player.”
Lamine Yamal’s Stellar 2024 Campaign
Yamal has registered six goals and twelve assists in 21 appearances for Barca this season. He has established himself as a key player in attack for club and country. He has a brilliant game sense, and his match-reading skills are immensely good for his age, as the youngster has won the favors of both of his coaches.
He has delivered, but the best thing is that he delivered when it mattered. A good example is his match-winning goal in the Euro semifinal and his assist in the grand finale.
Future Expectations From The La Masia Superstar
While singing praises of the young star is good, it would be best not to put him under pressure by comparing him with Leo Messi. Robert Lewandowski recently said:
“It’s amazing what he did, what he’s doing, but also you have to think that soon for him will be the huge challenge to stay on this level or maybe do the next step”
The Polish legend is spot on, as Yamal has to continue what he is doing in the long run and stay consistent. He has the talent, skillset, and platform to grow as a Barca legend, and now he needs to work hard, keep learning, and stay focused to succeed at the club.