'I want to leave a legacy'- Barcelona's Lamine Yamal reveals big ambition with the club as he fires warning shot ahead of El Clasico

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'I want to leave a legacy'- Barcelona's Lamine Yamal reveals big ambition with the club as he fires warning shot ahead of El Clasico

Stephen Awino 15:59 - 24.10.2024

Barcelona youngster and Euro 2024 break out star Lamine Yamal has made his ambition clear with the club wanting to go down as a club legend.

Barcelona’s young sensation and breakout star of Euro 2024, Lamine Yamal, has set his sights on leaving an indelible mark in the club’s history.

Yamal who featured for Barcelona in Wednesday's midweek Champions 4-1 victory over Bayern Munich with an assist to cap off a brilliant performance is eager to leave is mark in the history books.

As per Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano the talented forward revealed his ambition to become a legend at the Catalan giants, a club known for producing some of the world’s greatest football talents.

Speaking ahead of the highly anticipated El Clasico clash against Real Madrid, Yamal expressed his long-term goals with the team.

"I would like to be remembered as a legend in the history of Barcelona." said Yamal, his words reflecting a deep connection to the club and an ambition beyond just his current success.

"It would be great to leave a legacy. Being part of the history of this great club is something incredible," he added.

At just 17, Yamal has already made waves in European football, particularly after his standout performances in Euro 2024.

With the upcoming El Clasico against archrivals Real Madrid on Saturday, Yamal’s confidence in Barcelona’s abilities is clear.

"We believe we are the best team in the world, we are proving it," he declared, showing the self-assurance that has defined his meteoric rise.

Despite his young age, the Spaniards performances have exuded maturity, making him a key player in the squad as they look to continue their dominance in La Liga and and the Champions League.

As Barcelona prepares for one of the biggest fixtures in world football, Yamal assured fans that the team would give a good account of themselves

"We will go with all our strength, and may the best team win."

While it is still early in his career, Yamal’s ambition to be remembered alongside the legends of Barcelona, like Lionel Messi and Andres Iniesta, is a testament to his drive and talent.