Lamine Yamal’s Father Blasts Barcelona

The atmosphere around Lamine Yamal has once again shaken FC Barcelona. According to journalist Romain Molina, Mounir Nasraoui, reportedly expressed his frustration to the Barça board, believing that the club did not support his son enough in the 2025 Ballon d’Or campaign.

Sources close to the team claim that Nasraoui directly confronted club executives, accusing them of favoring Raphinha in the club’s media strategy despite Yamal’s outstanding performances throughout the season.

The outburst didn’t stop there: Yamal’s father is also said to have demanded more recognition and special privileges for his son including symbolic rewards and logistical benefits as a sign of acknowledgment for his rapid rise within the club.

A Dressing Room Uncomfortable with Yamal’s Privileges

The reaction inside the Barça dressing room was far from positive. Several players reportedly felt uncomfortable with the club’s willingness to accommodate Yamal’s entourage, especially given the institution’s long-standing motto: “Més que un club” (More than a club), rooted in teamwork and unity.

Sources close to the squad reveal that Lamine Yamal is viewed as “untouchable”, a label that has quietly caused friction among teammates. Some have even voiced discomfort over the club’s acceptance of unusual requests — including the use of private jets and PR campaigns centered solely around the young winger.

Still, no one dares to speak out publicly. His immense talent and media attention have made him one of Barça’s most protected assets — a situation reminiscent of past locker-room dynamics with other rising stars.

A Record Contract and an Increasingly Powerful Entourage

The influence of Yamal’s father has grown steadily since his son’s rise to stardom. Over the past year, Nasraoui reportedly negotiated a record-breaking contract running until 2031, with weekly wages surpassing $300,000, placing the teenager among the club’s top earners despite his age.

His father’s control extends far beyond sporting matters. He reportedly oversees Yamal’s public image, sponsorships, and appearances, aiming to establish him as the new face of Spanish football. While ambitious, this approach has begun to create fractures within the club’s hierarchy and its long-term project.

Is Another “Neymar Situation” Brewing?

The growing tension between Yamal’s camp and FC Barcelona has revived ghosts of the past. Inside the club, some fear that Nasraoui’s increasing pressure could eventually push his son toward a record-breaking transfer, much like Neymar’s departure in 2017.

Both PSG and Manchester City have already shown interest in the 18-year-old, reportedly willing to spend huge sums to secure his signature. Meanwhile, Barcelona is trying to maintain composure, reminding everyone that — no matter how talented — no player or entourage should dictate the club’s direction.

For now, Lamine Yamal remains the jewel of Barça’s future, but his father’s growing demands have left an uncomfortable mark that the club must handle carefully. If not managed properly, the young star’s future at Camp Nou could take a dramatic turn sooner than expected.