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Barça’s Youth Sensation Lamine Yamal Drawing Comparisons to Messi

Meta Description: Discover why David Beckham believes Barça’s Lamine Yamal could reach Messi’s level. The 17-year-old’s impact and comparison to football’s GOAT.

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Un assumeur de feuillage at Barça

After two remarkable seasons, Lamine Yamal has emerged as the standout player at Barcelona. His exceptional poise, decision-making, and ability to support his teammates have drawn praise despite his young age.

Yamal’s game isn’t flashy; he doesn’t try to dribble his way through opponents like Frenkie de Jong or Lewandowski. Instead, he delivers when it matters most, turning games in Barça’s favor.

“He was immense,” says Xavi, Barça’s coach, referring to Yamal’s performance against Inter Milan in the Champions League semi-finals.

La comparaison avec Messi

A natural on and off the field, reminiscent of Neymar, Yamal’s talents have not gone unnoticed. Former football star and Inter Miami owner, David Beckham, has compared him to the great Lionel Messi.

“He is the closest thing that I have ever seen. I mean, we cannot compare anyone to Messi, in my opinion… One day, I think he could be as good.” –

Despite the lofty comparison, Beckham cautioned, “It will take time for him to reach that level. These players come around every 20 or 30 years.”

A future to watch

Born in 2005, Yamal will be just 29 when the 2034 World Cup rolls around in Saudi Arabia. His potential impact on the international stage has football fans worldwide eager to see his development.

As Barça takes the field against Rivals Real Madrid this Sunday, expectations run high for their young phenom.

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