Overview

• The winger is reported out for up to three weeks after a groin flare-up in the defeat to PSG, ruling him out of Spain’s October qualifiers.
• Barcelona president Joan Laporta said the club will protect Yamal and manage his workload, highlighting his discipline in rehab and unusually high minutes for his age.
• Kylian Mbappé told Movistar that people should leave Yamal alone and focus on his football, noting mistakes are normal for an 18-year-old.
• ESPN reported Yamal was initially named to Spain’s squad before Barcelona withdrew him due to the issue, underscoring recent friction over fitness management.
• Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón and former Barça striker David Villa praised his talent yet called for patience and protection to guard against burnout.