Arsenal’s winger, Bukayo Saka, has eulogised Barcelona’s youngster, Lamine Yamal, describing him as “not normal”.
This is a way of praising the remarkable feats Yamal has accomplished at just 17 years of age.
Bukayo Saka’s admiration for Yamal stems from the staggering performances the young Spaniard has delivered since breaking into the first team.
Although he won’t celebrate his 18th birthday until the summer, Lamine Yamal has already made an impressive 100 appearances for FC Barcelona.
In an interview with Sky Sports, Bukayo Saka expressed his awe, stating, “He’s top. Honestly, doing what he is doing at his age, what can you say, he’s unreal.
“It’s not normal. No one does it. I don’t think I’ve seen that level for a 17-year-old, so credit to him.”
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Yamal’s prowess was on full display during a thrilling Champions League semi-final against Inter Milan, where he was instrumental in a captivating 3-3 draw, further making his case as one of the brightest talents in world football.
Remarkably, Yamal’s career trajectory has already put him ahead of legendary figures Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo at a similar stage.
By achieving 49 combined goals and assists through his first 100 games, Yamal has surpassed Messi, who had 55 contributions, by reaching that milestone at nearly 21 years of age.
In stark contrast, 19-year-old Ronaldo had mustered only 26 goals and assists in his opening century of professional matches, underscoring just how exceptional Yamal’s early career has been.
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Just last week, Barcelona won their Copa del Rey final over rival Real Madrid.
Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal had an amazing match, providing two assists to help his team secure a 3 – 2 extra-time win.
Real Madrid, in heartbreaking fashion, lost 3-2 to Barcelona in extra time of the Copa Del Rey final at La Paluja Stadium in Seville on Saturday night.
Real Madrid went behind after a goal from Pedri in the first half, but quickly switched on in the second when they scored two through Kylian Mbappe and Aurelien Tchouameni.
They then went behind once again when Jules Kounde scored the winner in the 116th minute after Ferran Torres’ equaliser.
