Overview
- After the win over Elche, Alejandro Balde praised Yamal’s professionalism and impact at 18 and assisted his ninth‑minute opener.
- Hansi Flick reiterated that Yamal’s groin injury “comes and goes” and said the winger must keep training and receiving treatment.
- Since returning from injury, Yamal has produced two goals and two assists across four matches despite scrutiny over form and focus.
- Spanish reports say his agent Jorge Mendes will handle interviews and social media as Yamal reduces non‑soccer appearances to avoid distractions.
- Barcelona travel to face Club Brugge in the Champions League, with reports of minutes management for Yamal and Flick confirming Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo are back in the squad.