Joan Laporta has revealed that Barcelona rejected an offer of €250 million for Lamine Yamal in the summer of 2024.
Barcelona Reject Staggering Bid For Lamine Yamal
Barcelona president Laporta confirmed to the Blaugrana side’s media outlet, Barca One, that the Spanish side outrightly turned down the mouthwatering offer for the youngster.
Joan Laporta went on to ask about the current valuation of Yamal, having seen the 17-year-old claim the 2024 European Championship, a tournament where he was also named as the best young player.
Fascinatingly, Laporta also spoke highly of Lamine Yamal, expressing that the forward is one of the most talented players in the world.
Joan Laporta said: “We received a bid worth €250m for Lamine Yamal and we have turned it down.
“How much is he worth now… being Euros winner and one of the most talented players in the world?”.
Which Club Reportedly Tabled This Offer For Yamal?
Reports indicate that the staggering bid came from Paris Saint Germain in May 2024, before the 2024 summer transfer window opened.
Yamal has been breathtaking for Barcelona since making his debut in April 2023, with the youngster developing greatly and is expected to reach great heights if he fulfills his potential.
Lamine Yamal helped Spain secure the 2024 European Championship, scoring 1 goal and providing 4 assists in 7 matches.
Lamine Yamal In The 2024/25 Season
The Spanish international has also been phenomenal in the opening games of the 2024/25 season, scoring 5 goals and providing 6 assists in 14 appearances for club and country.
Yamal is currently nursing a minor injury, which he sustained on October 13, 2024, and he was absent from their UEFA Nations League 3-0 win against Serbia on October 15, 2024.
Lamine Yamal Nominated For 2024 Golden Boy Award
The 17-year-old is amongst 20 bright players nominated for the 2024 Golden Boy Award, which he considered a favorite to win.
Lamine Yamal will battle for the prize alongside several fantastic young players, including Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo, teammate Pau Cubarsi, and compatriot Samu Omorodion of FC Porto, amongst others.
Who Is Lamine Yamal?
Lamine Yamal was born on July 13, 2007, in Esplugues de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain, And he functions primarily as a right winger.
His Market Value?
Yamal is a product of the Barcelona youth academy, and his market value is €150 million, according to Transfermkt, the highest ever for a Spanish footballer.
Lamine Yamal’s Career Stats
The Spain international has made 62 club appearances thus far in his career, scoring 12 goals and providing 14 assists in all competitions.
Internationally, Lamine Yamal has made 17 appearances for Spain, scoring 3 goals and providing 9 assists.
Yamal’s Contract Details And Salary?
His current contract with Barcelona runs until June 30, 2026, and he is being paid about €40,000 per week by the Catalan giants.
Lamine Yamal’s Parents
Lamine Yamal is the son of Mounir Nasraoui (father) and Sheila Ebana (mother).
Yamal’s father is from Morocco, while his mother is from Equatorial Guinea.
Lamine Yamal’s Education
Yamal passed his fourth ESO exam in June 2024, an educational milestone in Spain equivalent to a high school diploma in the United States or GCSEs in the United Kingdom.
It is uncertain if he will decide to further his education by continuing into Bachillerato, the final two years of high school education in Spain, or fully focusing on his burgeoning football career.
Bachillerato is the post-16 stage of education in Spain, comparable to the A Levels in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
When Did Lamine Yamal Make His Professional Football Debut?
Lamine Yamal made his football debut on April 29, 2023, in a 4-0 victory for Barcelona over Real Betis, aged 15 years, 09 months, and 16 days.
Yamal also made his international debut for Spain on September 8, 2023, in a 1-7 win for La Roja over Georgia.
