- Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal confirmed he is close to signing a contract extension, securing his future beyond 2026
- Yamal has been in scintillating form this season, contributing 5 goals and 10 assists, while also helping Spain win Euro 2024
- The 17-year-old emphasised his commitment to Barcelona, calling it the club of his life, as he aims to help them reclaim trophies this season
Barcelona and Spanish star Lamine Yamal has proven himself as one of football’s brightest young stars, and now he looks set to secure his long-term future at Barcelona.
The 17-year-old winger, who played a key role in Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph, revealed he is confident of signing a contract extension that will see him stay at Camp Nou beyond 2026.
In a recent interview, Yamal confirmed that discussions with Barcelona were progressing positively,
“I don’t know when [the contract will be signed], but I believe it’ll be soon, Barca is the club of my life. I hope to renew my contract and be with them as long as possible,” he said.
Yamal’s meteoric rise has captivated football fans worldwide. After helping Spain secure European Championship glory, the teenage sensation carried his form into La Liga, where he has already netted five goals and provided 10 assists this season.
His performances have not only established him as a crucial player for Barcelona but also earned him praise as one of the most exciting prospects in football.
The Catalan giants are currently third in La Liga, trailing Real Madrid by five points, and Yamal believes maintaining focus will be key to closing the gap,
“In the end, La Liga will be won against the teams we’ve previously lost to, we’ve shown in the important moments that we are the best, and we’ll continue to do so,” he remarked.
Barcelona, now under the management of Hansi Flick, are adapting to a slightly different style of play. Yamal acknowledged the new system,
“It’s true that Hansi is a different coach. The style of play is different, but we’ve adapted well, and I think we’re improving.”
The Spanish teenager also expressed optimism about Barcelona’s prospects for the future. He mentioned the Spanish Super Cup as the first step toward reclaiming silverware,
“In 2025, we’ll give it our all to win trophies, starting with the Super Cup. Hopefully, it will be the best year of our lives,” he added.
Despite his rapid rise to stardom, Yamal insisted he was determined to stay grounded. Reflecting on his achievements, he admitted,
“Things have happened very quickly. I don’t think this is normal for a teenager, but I only think about the future and the good things that happen. As my mother says, 'Always enjoy the moment because everything goes by so quickly'.”
With his talent and positive mindset, Yamal looks set to inspire Barcelona for years to come. Fans will now eagerly await confirmation of his new contract as he continues to raise the bar of the catalan club higher.
How Xavi stopped PSG from snatching Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal 2 years ago
Previously, TheRadar reported that PSG’s interest in Lamine Yamal wasn’t just a recent development; in fact, it began when Yamal was just 15. At the time, he was already making waves as a future talent from Barcelona's revered academy, La Masia.
As the French club actively sought to add him to their ranks, his agent, Ivan de la Peña, received an enticing offer from PSG.
