Overview

• In new interviews, Germán “Mono” Burgos calls his line about Lamine Yamal “an elogio en forma de chiste,” saying talent is seen in the street and joking about his own nickname.
• He says he sent messages to Yamal’s family and entourage, maintains he did not intend harm, and indicates he does not regret the remark.
• Burgos recounts meeting Barcelona president Joan Laporta, who told him the reaction had gotten out of hand and invited him to a training session under Hansi Flick.
• The comment drew heavy criticism on social media as racist and led to his exit from Movistar Plus; Burgos contends he phoned the network to step down to avoid problems.
• The episode dates to April 2024 during Barcelona–PSG coverage, after which Movistar apologized publicly and announced his departure in line with its policy on discriminatory conduct.