Flick praises Lamine and says he will not rest against Getafe
On the pitch of the Camp Nou, Lamine Yamal resumed training with his international teammates after the international break, while coach Hansi Flick watched his recovery closely. The young academy product logged 280 minutes during the pause, ten more than Luis de la Fuente had promised, and returned to Barcelona with the momentum of his brilliant start to the season.
Performance with the Spanish national team
With the Spanish national team, Lamine has scored four goals and provided an assist in four matches, figures that Flick described as “incredible” in a recent press conference. The coach praised the player's attitude, noting that his mindset and desire to improve each day are steering him toward the world elite.
No rest before Getafe
Flick made it clear that there will be no rest for Lamine before the upcoming match against Getafe, arguing that “they are young and recover quickly”. The coach also highlighted the player's confidence and enjoyment in playing, stating that, although he does not train much, he has maintained his level.
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Jordi Cardero, present at the training, confirmed that the player returned without issues and that the coaching staff continues to monitor his minute load. Flick, satisfied with Luis de la Fuente's work, noted that the guidance of the Spanish coach has been key to the youngster's development.
Flick's praise culminated with the emphatic statement: “He will be the best player in the world if he isn’t already,” underscoring the German coach’s faith in Lamine’s future. Moreover, Flick recalled having seen the ‘10’ in action in London against England, reinforcing his admiration for the academy talent.
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With the Ballon d’Or campaign on hold and the votes from France Football journalists still to be counted, the pressure on Lamine is mounting, but Barcelona’s environment seems determined to keep pushing him forward. The upcoming test against Getafe will be a new challenge for the youngster, whose pace and mindset remain under the scrutiny of Flick and the Spanish management.