Barcelona’s Prodigy Lamine Yamal Sets His Sights on Ballon d'Or

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Kopa Trophy

Lamine Yamal, at just 16 years old, is already dreaming big. Fresh off winning the Kopa Trophy—awarded to the world’s best young player under 21—the Barcelona starlet has set his sights on an even grander prize: the Ballon d'Or. Speaking to Movistar Plus after his Kopa win on October 28, Yamal declared his ambition to become the youngest Ballon d’Or recipient, aiming to beat the record set by Ronaldo Nazário at age 21.

Driven to Win It All

Yamal expressed both gratitude and hunger for more, saying, “Going for more means the league, the Champions League, the cup, and everything I can. We will go for it all.” With his drive and ambition, Yamal is poised to elevate his already impressive career, following in the footsteps of fellow Barcelona prodigies Pedri and Gavi, who claimed the Kopa in recent years.

Catalonia’s Next Prodigy

As Barcelona builds around this young talent, Yamal’s journey from prospect to a potential Ballon d’Or contender will be one to watch. His goal isn’t just personal but emblematic of a new era for both club and country, where young stars like Yamal are rewriting the history books.