Lamine Yamal, the 17-year-old winger for FC Barcelona, is currently sidelined due to an ankle injury. During a recent match against Leganés, he sustained a grade one injury to the anterior tibiofibular ligament in his right ankle. Initial assessments indicated a recovery period of three to four weeks.
However, subsequent evaluations have revealed that only the membrane covering the tibia and fibula is affected, not the lateral external ligament. This development has led to optimism regarding a potentially quicker recovery. While Yamal is expected to miss several upcoming matches, including the crucial La Liga fixture against Atlético Madrid, there is hope he will be fit for the Supercopa de España semifinal against Athletic Bilbao.
In addition to his club commitments, Yamal has been a standout performer for the Spanish national team. At UEFA Euro 2024, he became the youngest player to feature in the tournament and the youngest to score, netting a goal in the semi-final against France. His exceptional performances earned him the Young Player of the Tournament award.
Off the pitch, Barcelona is reportedly planning to revisit contract negotiations with Yamal in the coming year, aiming to secure his long-term future at the club.
For a detailed analysis of Barcelona’s recent loss to Leganés and the implications of Yamal’s injury, you might find the following video insigh
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