Overview
- Wesley Sneijder said it is possible Lamine Yamal will exceed Lionel Messi and predicted the winger will stay at Barcelona for at least the next decade.
- Real Madrid prospect Franco Mastantuono told Cadena SER that "today, Lamine is better," and he also described Lionel Messi as the best player.
- Yamal has 11 goal contributions in 11 appearances this season despite time out with a groin problem diagnosed as pubalgia.
- He missed four La Liga matches and withdrew from the latest Spain squad but is expected to complete his recovery for the upcoming club schedule.
- Barcelona plan a reduced‑capacity return to Camp Nou against Athletic Club, with Yamal expected to be available before a Champions League trip to Chelsea.