Lamine Yamal has experienced a remarkable breakthrough in the 2024-25 season, dramatically improving his output for Barcelona with 18 goals and 22 assists across 55 appearances in all competitions. This represents a significant leap from his 2023-24 statistics of 7 goals and 9 assists in 50 matches.
The Spanish teenager’s La Liga performance has been particularly impressive, nearly doubling his production with 9 goals and 13 assists compared to 5 goals and 7 assists the previous campaign. According to Opta statistics, Yamal finished as La Liga’s assist leader for the 2024-25 season, setting a 21st-century record for assists by a teenager in a single Spanish top-flight season.
Yamal’s exceptional form played a crucial role in Barcelona’s domestic treble, helping the Catalan giants secure the La Liga title, Spanish Super Cup, and Copa del Rey. His contributions on the right wing have transformed Barcelona’s attack, combining brilliantly with established stars while showcasing his own remarkable talent.
In recognition of his meteoric rise, Barcelona are preparing to reward the 17-year-old phenom with a new contract that could run until June 2031. According to Mundo Deportivo, the new deal could make Yamal the highest-paid player at the club, with additional performance-based bonuses including incentives for winning the Ballon d’Or.
Yamal’s development has drawn comparisons to other teenage sensations in football history, including Lionel Messi’s early Barcelona career. However, unlike Messi, who gradually integrated into the first team, Yamal has been thrust into a leading role at an even younger age, handling the pressure with remarkable maturity.
The Spanish international has also impressed on the international stage, becoming the youngest player to represent Spain at a major tournament during Euro 2024, where he helped his nation reach the semifinals with several standout performances.
With his combination of technical brilliance, decision-making beyond his years, and now proven end product, Yamal has established himself as arguably the most valuable teenage talent in world football, with Barcelona securing their future around their homegrown star.
