Barcelona vice-president RafaYuste backs Lamine Yamal to win Ballon d’Or

Barcelona vice-president Rafa Yuste has thrown his support behind Spanish-Moroccan Lamine Yamal to win this year’s Ballon d’Or, insisting the teenage winger deserves the prestigious individual award.

With the Ballon d’Or ceremony scheduled for October, Yamal is among the Barcelona players nominated for the prize, alongside Pau Cubarsí and Rodri.

Yuste believes Yamal’s remarkable performances and influence at such a young age make him the standout candidate, praising the Spain international for the excitement he continues to bring to football supporters around the world.

“Yamal is a player who brings a lot of joy to everyone around the world. He is a very talented player considering his age, as no player like him has come along for many years,” Yuste said in comments reported by Mundo Deportivo.

The Barcelona vice-president went on to make his preference clear, expressing hope that Yamal will receive the recognition he believes the youngster deserves.

“I hope justice will prevail and that Lamine Yamal will win the Ballon d’Or, because he brings so much joy to young people like him around the world and to football fans,” he added.

Yamal enjoyed another outstanding campaign for Barcelona, playing a major role as the Catalan giants secured the Spanish league title and the Spanish Super Cup.

His individual performances also strengthened his case for the Ballon d’Or, with the winger continuing to demonstrate his ability to influence important matches despite his age.

Yamal has rapidly established himself as one of the most exciting young players in world football, combining creativity, dribbling ability and an eye for goal with an increasingly important role for both club and country.

His performances for Spain have further enhanced his reputation, and Barcelona believe his achievements make him a strong contender for the biggest individual prize in football.

Yuste’s endorsement adds to the growing support around the 18-year-old, who will now wait to discover whether his remarkable campaign is enough to see him crowned the next Ballon d’Or winner.