Overview

• Yamal celebrated his 18th birthday at a private Olivella estate, hosting 200 guests including Barcelona teammates and live performances by Ozuna and Bad Gyal.
• Turning 18 on July 13 now authorizes him to formalize his long-term Barcelona contract, which extends through 2031 with a €1 billion release clause.
• He will inherit Lionel Messi’s iconic No.10 jersey, signalling the club’s vote of confidence in his central role under Hansi Flick.
• The teenager holds more than 17 youngest-age records and has already won Euro 2024 with Spain and secured Barcelona’s 2024/25 domestic treble.
• Fresh from his milestone birthday, Yamal has publicly set his sights on winning next season’s Champions League and lifting the World Cup with Spain.