Lamine Yamal talks about comparisons to Messi
Every time Barcelona discovered a rough diamond, the media and fans around the world immediately compared them to Lionel Andrés Messi. This is how one of the most impressive stories in world football began. However, among so many unfulfilled promises, a generational player has emerged who has surprised everyone, and his name is Lamine Yamal.
The 17-year-old player has been one of the best for the Spanish National Team that won Euro 2024. Additionally, he is one of Barcelona's best players and, of course, the top favorite to win the Kopa Trophy. However, one of the greatest recognitions he receives is being compared to one of the best players in history: Messi.
"The most important thing is not to focus on it. Being compared to the best in history means you're doing things right. It doesn't bother me, but I try to be myself," says Lamine about the comparisons to Messi, demonstrating a mental strength that makes him a standout player, capable of bearing the weight of being compared to the best of all time.
Only time will tell if the comparisons are fair, but what is clear is that this young Spanish talent is making a strong push to claim the throne of world football, which currently belongs to Kylian Mbappé.
