Napoli coach Francesco Calzona has tipped Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal to become the best player in the world.
Lamine Yamal was once again at the top of his game as Barcelona silenced Napoli, winning 3-1 to advance to the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League.
The 16-year-old has enjoyed a meteoric rise since making his debut for the first team last season.
Yamal, who has 6 goals and 6 assists in 37 appearances this season, has now received praise from Napoli boss Francesco Calzona.
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"Lamine Yamal has the future qualities to become one of the best players in the world, no doubt.
"He is very young - he is 16 years old - and already looks like a veteran. If he doesn't lose his way, he has a good chance of becoming the best player in the world," said the Italian coach.
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