FC Barcelona is clear that Lamine Yamal is the future of the club. At 16 years old, the winger has become one of the great sensations of world soccer and a pillar of Flick.
However, Paris Saint-Germain is not giving up in its attempt to sign him. After a failed first attempt last summer, the French club has returned with an even more ambitious offer. At Barça, the alarms are on.
Lamine Yamal, Barça's great treasure
Since his debut with the first team, Lamine Yamal has shown that he is a special player. His talent, maturity, and ability to unbalance have made him a reference within the blaugrana locker room.
Hansi Flick fully trusts him, and the management considers him untouchable. Although his contract expires in 2026, the club is already working on a renewal with a release clause that shields him from any escape.
Laporta knows that retaining Lamine is key for Barça's future. Therefore, any offer that arrives will be rejected. But PSG is determined to try once more.
PSG returns to the charge
Last summer, the Parisian team put 200 million euros ($211 million) on the table for Lamine Yamal. The proposal was immediately dismissed by Barça, which made it clear that the player is not for sale.
Now, PSG has decided to raise the stakes with an offer that not only includes money but also players. The goal is to try to convince the blaugrana management that the operation can be beneficial for both parties. From Paris, they consider that the club's sports project and economic stability can be key factors to seduce the young talent.
Despite PSG's interest, Lamine Yamal has been clear about his future. In multiple statements, he has made it clear that his dream is to succeed at Barça. His entourage also supports this idea, Jorge Mendes, is negotiating to close a renewal with a salary commensurate with his importance in the team.
In the locker room, Lamine Yamal is happy. He has Flick's support, the trust of his teammates, and the affection of the fans. Nothing indicates that he wants to change scenery.
Toni Fernández, the jewel that keeps growing
Despite the confidence that Lamine will continue at the club, Barça continues to take care of its future stars. Among them stands out Toni Fernández, an attacking midfielder with special talent.
The young academy player has already debuted in the Copa del Rey, leaving good impressions. His technical quality and vision of the game have made him one of La Masia's great promises.
Hansi Flick is closely following him and is gradually integrating him into the first team. Although he hasn't had many opportunities yet, his projection is enormous.
PSG's final offer: 200 million and three players
PSG doesn't give up and has launched a final offer to Barça. The proposal includes 200 million euros ($211 million) and three players who could strengthen different positions in the blaugrana team.
Among the players that the French club is willing to include in the operation are Achraf Hakimi, a full-back who would solve Barça's problems on the right flank. Vitinha, a midfielder with great technical ability who would fit into Flick's scheme; and Gonçalo Ramos, a young forward with projection who would bring goals to the team.
Despite the tempting proposal, Barça remains firm in its stance. Lamine Yamal is the present and future of the club, and his departure is not in the management's plans. Laporta has the final say, but everything points to Barça rejecting the offer and shielding its great star.