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Former Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitich spoke about the phenomenal season Lamin Yamala, calling the young player the main contender for the golden ball. According to him, participation in the Champions League final could only strengthen this position.

“If the lamin had gone to the Champions League finals, I do not think that we would have doubts that it would win a gold ball this season. Personally, Yamal is a favorite for me,” Rakitich said.

Croat also stressed that it is not necessary to compare the 16-year prodigy with Lionel Messi:

“It is not necessary to compare it with anyone, especially to compare it with Lionel Messi. Yamal has to build his own path and his own history, and he will do it,” Croat summed up.

This season, Lamine Yamal played 34 matches in Laiga, scored nine goals and made 13 productive gears. He is the best assistant of the Spanish Championship.

Earlier Jan Laporta said on the extension of the contract with Yamal.