Lamine Yamal to Extend Contract with Barcelona

Published 2025-03-05 07:24 by Austin Ivy
Barcelona football news

Lamine Yamal, the promising young talent at FC Barcelona, is set to extend his contract with the club. This development was confirmed by his agent, Jorge Mendes, following a meeting with the Barcelona board in Lisbon. Mendes assured that Yamal’s contract renewal is certain.

Background on Lamine Yamal

Lamine Yamal, a forward, has been a part of Barcelona’s youth setup and has shown significant potential on the field. At just 17 years old, he has already made a mark with his style of play, characterised by agility and technical skill. Yamal has consistently expressed his desire to remain with Barcelona, as evidenced by his previous statements about wanting to renew his contract.

Recent Developments

  • On 19 February 2025, Yamal reiterated his intention to stay at Barcelona, confirming his commitment to the club.
  • Earlier, on 8 January 2025, he had also expressed his intent to renew his contract.
  • Speculation about his contract renewal has been ongoing since December 2024, with expectations of an extension being high.

Agent’s Assurance

Jorge Mendes, a prominent football agent, has played a crucial role in the negotiations. His recent statement, “Lamine Yamal will extend, for sure,” underscores the certainty of the contract extension. This assurance comes after a productive meeting with the Barcelona board, indicating that the formalities of the contract renewal are likely to be completed soon.

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