Spanish youngster Lamine Yamal continues to make the headlines, not only with his dazzling performances for Barcelona and Spain but also with the confidence and aura he carries at just 18 years old. Yamal widely tipped as one of football’s brightest young talents ever, has been drawing comparisons to legends of thebeautiful game, with many believing he could dominate world football for the next decade.
Softfootball undertsands that Yamal’s mindset is as daring as his playing style, and his latest comments shows just how high the youngster is setting the standards for himself. Already making waves in La Liga and on the international stage, he now dreams of reaching the pinnacle of individual glory in football.
According to top journalist Fabrizio Romano via his facebook page, Lamine Yamal expressed his wish in a statement to the press, Romono posted;
I think I’m a player who has the ability to WIN MANY BALLON D’ORS, that if I don’t do it it’s because I haven’t done things well or because I didn’t want to. So I DREAM of having many and the day that comes, it will come and I’ll be very happy.
This statement that perfectly reflects Yamal’s self-belief and maturity beyond his years. For Barcelona fans, it’s also a reminder of just how special the youngster could be, with many already considering him the perfect heir to Lionel Messi’s legacy at Camp Nou.With fellow teammate and countryman like Marc Cucurella tipping the youngster to win the prestigious award this year at just 18 years old, one could say the sky is the starting point for the Barcelona star.
Yamal’s confidence is not misplaced, given his rapid rise, record-breaking feats, and the impact he has made against seasoned defenders. If his development continues at this pace, few would bet against him turning his dream of multiple Ballon d’Ors into reality.
