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'Lamine Yamal will be best winger in the world' - Son Heung-min backs Barcelona wonderkid to reach superstardom in near future

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<p>Yamal inevitably draws <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/barcelona-wonderkid-lamine-yamal-explains-why-ignore-lionel-messi-comparisons/blt6610d860cf726526" target="_blank">comparisons with Lionel Messi,</a> who emerged from Barcelona’s youth system to become an eight-time Ballon d'Or winner. At just 17 years old, the winger has already made history, proving he can follow a similarly remarkable trajectory.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>The Spanish youngster has already collected significant individual accolades, including the Kopa Trophy and Golden Boy award, both of which recognise the brightest young talents in the game. Additionally, he played a key role in <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/why-barcelona-wonderkid-lamine-yamal-cant-be-compared-lionel-messi-another-13-years/blt8ffbaeff9724aafa" target="_blank">Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph</a> and will be one to watch out for in the 2026 World Cup.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>While Son acknowledged that Yamal is already among the world’s top five wingers, he hesitated to place him in the top three just yet. However, he was confident that the Barcelona starlet will soon surpass his current level and establish himself as the very best.</p><p>In an interview with <strong>GOAL, </strong>Son stated: "He is unbelievable. Don’t get me wrong. At this age, the way he performs, he is incredible. I’m enjoying every bit of it. It’s a good thing that he is so young and he still has so much room to improve. So, in the next couple of years he will be top, number one."</p><p></p>

WHAT SON SAID

<p>Yamal delivered a standout performance in Barcelona’s 3-1 victory over Benfica in the Champions League. He provided an assist for the opening goal before scoring himself to <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/video-lamine-yamal-ridiculous-assist-raphinha-stunner-barcelona-champions-league-benfica/bltb1d7c35ac244e0d3" target="_blank">restore Barcelona’s lead </a>after Nicolas Otamendi’s equaliser. This historic moment made Yamal the youngest player ever to score and assist in the same Champions League match, further highlighting his rapid rise to prominence.</p>

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<p>Yamal will have another opportunity to demonstrate his ability when Barcelona face Atletico Madrid on Sunday in a pivotal La Liga encounter. With Hansi Flick’s side battling for the league title, the teenager’s influence could once again prove decisive as Barcelona look to maintain their championship ambitions.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR YAMAL?

'Lamine Yamal will be best winger in the world' - Son Heung-min backs Barcelona wonderkid to reach superstardom in near future | Goal.com

Heung-min Son has backed Barcelona superkid Lamine Yamal to become the &quot;best winger in the world in a couple years&quot;.

&apos;Lamine Yamal will be best winger in the world&apos; - Son Heung-min backs Barcelona wonderkid to reach superstardom in near future

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