• Lamine Yamal learned that he had the potential to reach extraordinary levels like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
• According to a former Real Madrid striker, Yamal could become the greatest footballer in the history of Spanish football.
• Meanwhile, the 17-year-old won the Kopa Trophy last month at the 2024 Ballon d’Or.

Ancient Real Madrid Striker Álvaro Morata has praised Barcelona’s rising star Lamine Yamal, suggesting the young talent could redefine Spanish football history.

Morata, now at AC Milan after a summer return to Italy, believes Yamal has the rare potential needed to reach legendary status.

The 31-year-old striker’s admiration is rooted in their shared experience with the Spanish national team, where both contributed to a historic fourth European Championship triumph.

Although Morata did not often find the net, his tactical hold-up play and veteran leadership provided essential stability to a young Spanish team led by Luis de la Fuente.

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Lamine Yamal’s performance at Euro 2024

Meanwhile, Yamal’s outstanding performance at Euro 2024 demonstrated his remarkable ability to impact matches.

Reactions to the video:

Here are some of the responses from Internet users.

@Méminoti:

“Well deserved Yamal.”

@boss_henryy:

“A star boy in the making.”

@EveyNFT:

“Young Legend!”

@UTDAlex8:

“Why was Garnacho stolen.”

@Mucombamacharia:

“He deserves it.”

Named young player of the tournament, the 17 year old contributed five goals in seven appearances – four assists and one goal – demonstrating his impressive playmaking talent and composure beyond his years, according to UEFA.

Morata makes GOAT statement about Yamal

Morata compared him to all-time greats Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo when reflecting on Yamal’s rapid rise.

“Every 20 or 30 years, one or two emerge like Cristiano and Messi. For me, Lamine has everything it takes to make history,” he said.

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“I am convinced that if he does not become the greatest player in the history of Spain, he will certainly be one of them,” Morata shared with The Athletic, as cited by Fabrizio Romano.

Such strong support from an established international highlights Yamal’s enormous potential to become one of Spain’s top talents, perhaps paving the way for a new era for La Roja.

Real Madrid’s Rudiger congratulates Yamal

In a related report from In brief NewsReal Madrid defender.

Despite the intense rivalry between their clubs, Rudiger admired Yamal’s remarkable talent, which led the young star to break new records in the world championship. sport.

Yamal said he was better than Vinicius

In the same way, In brief News reported that Lamine Yamal had drawn comparisons to Vinicius Junior, with some speculating that the young talent could even .

Former Spain international Marcos Senna recently spoke out, pointing out that Yamal’s impressive technical skills could allow him to surpass Vinicius.

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