Rumours from Mexico

The Mexican forward from Guadalajara, Armando Gonzalez, is emerging as one of the potential new teammates of Lamine Yamal on the offensive wing of FC Barcelona. Due to the current form of the Mexican national team player, there are rumors about a possible transfer to the Catalan province of Spain.

"Who wouldn't like it?"

According to the media outlet SPORT, during an exclusive interview provided by the Mexican forward, he addressed the rumors about his possible transfer to the Spanish team, where he would share a spot with the young star of the Catalan team, Lamine Yamal. The forward is having an optimal campaign with 12 goals in just 16 matches. The Mexican player confirmed that he would like to play in Hansi Flick's team, "Yes, of course, who wouldn't like to? Barça is one of the best teams in history. For me, [Pep] Guardiola's team is legendary, and what they are doing now with Hansi Flick is also very important. Any player wants to get there. If it happens, I would be very grateful," Gonzalez assured.

Cholo and Atlético de Madrid's viewpoint

Although the Mexican player also highlighted his admiration for one of Barcelona's rival clubs, "It's going to be surprising, but I'm a fan of Atlético de Madrid," the player revealed, "My father spent some time in Madrid and brought Atlético things for my brother and me... Moreover, I like Cholo Simeone's style: dedication, struggle, never giving up, taking it one game at a time." With the World Cup looming, the future of the young Mexican forward will be tested in one of the toughest competitions in the world, and from that, the immediate future of his career will depend.

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