Lamine Yamal mentions two Barcelona icons that he would give the balloon d’or if he doesn’t win

In just a few weeks, the Balloon d’Or ceremony will take place in Paris, where France football Magazine will crown the best football player of the year. One of the top favorites is Lamine Yamalwith whom had a striking season FC Barcelona. Yet he mentioned two other stars who, according to him, also deserve the prestigious prize.

“It is clear that every player wants to win the balloon d’Or, and everyone who says she doesn’t lie,” Said Yamal in a recent interview with Rtve. “Being there at the age of 18 is something to be proud of, and I hope it happens.”

Later the Spanish winger was asked who he would like to see winning France football Trophy in case he does not receive it. Surprisingly, Lamine did not mention any of his three Barcelona teammates who are being nominated this year – –Robert Lewandowski, Pedri, And Raphinha-or one of the other finalists on the 30-man shortlist.

“Neymar and Messi,“Yamal said unexpectedly. ‘I would give one to Ney, I think he deserves it. Ney back when he played for Barça or Paris Saint-Germain, would definitely earn a earnings. I would have liked to see that he would win. And clearly Messi, because he is the best in history. ‘

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Yamal’s choices, although surprising for some, are logical. He mentioned two players he grew up in Barcelona – players who undoubtedly inspired his development as a athlete. In fact, Lamine inherited the iconic number 10 shirt in Barcelona this year, worn by Messi For 13 seasons.

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When it comes to the Ballon d’Or, Messi and Neymar have had very different journeys. Messi is the record holder of all time with 8 balloon d’Or trophies, while Neymar never won the prize. He came closest to 2015 and 2017 and finished third and was also a top 10 finalist in both 2014 and 2016.

Yamal’s goals for club and country

Beyond the dream of the Balloon d’OrLamine Yamal made it clear that he has two main priorities in the medium term – both collective goals. The first is with Barcelona: “We want to win the Champions League … it’s a dream, it would be incredible.” That goal almost became reality last season, when the team fell into the semi -final Inter Milan.

Yamal is also optimistic about the national team of Spain. “We have a team that can win the World Cup, although it is not just the best – it is about intensity, staying focused, giving everything we have, and that is what we will try to do,” ” Said Yamal. “Winning the World Cup is a dream for every team that plays it.”