‘Now it’s Lamine Yamal’s turn’ - Ronaldinho backs Barcelona wonderkid to make history

Barcelona legend Ronaldinho has been getting excited about Lamine Yamal and feels he will be the team’s next great player.

Yamal has wowed fans all season with his brilliant performances despite the fact he’s still yet to turn 18.

The forward is already been tipped to win the Ballon d’Or and become the next world star, and Ronaldinho certainly thinks it’s possible.

“Messi and I have already made history, now it’s Lamine Yamal’s turn. What he’s shown so far, at such a young age and with so much talent, is extraordinary. I like watching players like him; they’re good for football. I hope he can have a career like ours,” he said, via Marca. “I’ve never liked those kinds of comparisons because every footballer has his own unique style of play. The important thing is that Lamine Yamal brings joy to the people, like I did in my time, or like Messi did later. I hope he continues the potential he’s shown to date. “Lamine Yamal is on the level of winning the Ballon d’Or. There are other great players in the world, but he’s among them. It’s surprising because he’s so young, but he can make history by winning it not just once, but several times.”

Yamal is not the only Barcelona player in contention for the Ballon d’Or. Raphinha and Pedri have also been tipped to compete for the trophy which will be handed out in September.

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