Praise With a Caution

Hansi Flick spoke ahead of Barcelona’s Champions League clash and addressed the rising star of his squad. While he highlighted Yamal’s extraordinary quality, the German coach made it clear that at just 18 years old, expectations must be handled carefully. For Flick, natural talent is not enough to secure a place at the very top.

The coach underlined that Yamal’s future depends on adding hard work and defensive commitment to his dazzling skills with the ball.

The Steps He Must Take

“Super, super, super… that’s not something I like,” Flick admitted when asked about the teenager. “He has talent, but to climb one or two more levels he needs to work hard. It’s not just about playing with the ball, it’s also about defending. That’s what we need from everyone, not just him.”

His comments reflect both trust and demand: Flick sees Yamal as a difference-maker, but insists he must understand that the next stage requires full dedication on both ends of the pitch.

Yamal’s Role in This Barça

At only 18, Lamine Yamal has already become one of Barcelona’s most exciting attacking weapons. His flair and vision make him essential, yet Flick is determined to shape his growth around balance and effort.

Barcelona need him at his best to compete at the highest level, and the coach even hinted that Yamal could one day be part of the team’s leadership group. For now, the warning is clear: if he wants to stay among the world’s best, talent alone won’t be enough.