Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana, known simply as Lamine Yamal, is a Spanish professional footballer who has exploded onto the world stage as one of the most exciting young talents in the sport. A product of FC Barcelona’s famed La Masia academy, his rapid ascent has seen him break multiple age records for both club and country.
Career at a Glance
Record-Breaking Rise
Yamal joined La Masia in 2014 and rapidly progressed through the ranks. His technical skill, dribbling ability, and vision led to a stunning debut for the first team, after which he continued to set new benchmarks:
Youngest FC Barcelona Player: He debuted for the senior team in April 2023 at 15 years and 291 days old.
Youngest La Liga Goalscorer: He became the youngest player to score in La Liga history.
Youngest Player & Goalscorer for Spain: He made his senior international debut and scored for Spain at just 16 years and 57 days old.
UEFA Euro 2024 Triumph: He was integral to Spain's victory at UEFA Euro 2024, becoming the youngest player to appear and score in the tournament, and the youngest to win a major international tournament (at 17 years and 1 day old).
Iconic Number 10: Ahead of the 2025–26 season, he was confirmed to take over Barcelona's legendary number 10 jersey, previously worn by Lionel Messi.
Style of Play and Accolades
Yamal is primarily a left-footed winger who operates on the right flank, allowing him to cut inside to shoot or deliver precise passes. He is celebrated for his exceptional dribbling, close control, explosive acceleration, and impressive composure under pressure.
Key Individual Awards (through 2025):
Kopa Trophy: 2024, 2025 (Awarded to the best young player in the world).
UEFA Euro 2024 Young Player Award.
Financial Status
Estimated Net Worth: Estimates range from $5 million to $8 million USD as of 2025.
Endorsements: The majority of his net worth comes from lucrative endorsement deals, including a major long-term partnership with Adidas.
Contract: His contract with FC Barcelona includes an astronomical €1 Billion release clause, signifying the club's commitment to securing his future.
You can view these official highlights on the FC Barcelona YouTube channel.
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