Lamine Yamal talks contract extension, Flick, Messi, Neymar – ‘Hope to stay as long as possible’ | OneFootball

Lamine Yamal’s current contract with Barcelona runs until 2026, but both the club and his agent, Jorge Mendes, have been actively working on extending and securing his future at the club.

In a recent interview with CNN Sports Dubai, Yamal made it clear that his commitment to Barcelona is strong and that he is eager to renew his contract.

While he did not give an exact date, he assured fans that the renewal process would be completed soon.

“I don’t know when the contract will be signed, but it will be soon,” he said as quoted by SPORT.

He expressed his desire to stay at the club for as long as possible, highlighting that Barcelona is the club of his life. He also confirmed his intention to continue playing in La Liga, with Barcelona being his preferred choice.

“Barça is the club of my life, I hope to renew and stay as long as possible. I want to play in La Liga and Barça. Yes, I’m going to renew my contract.”

On Hansi Flick’s management

Lamine Yamal will renew his contract. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Yamal also shared his thoughts on Hansi Flick and his management style. According to the young star, Flick brings a different approach to coaching, with a unique playing style.

The team has been adapting to his methods, and he believes they are progressing well under his guidance.

“It’s true that Flick is a different coach and has a different style of play. We have tried to adapt to what he has told us and I think we are doing well.”

Looking ahead to 2025, Lamine is optimistic and determined to give everything in their pursuit of titles, starting with the Super Cup.

He emphasized that the team is fully committed to making the upcoming year their best yet, focusing on securing as many trophies as possible.

“In 2025 we will give everything to win titles and we want to start with the Super Cup. We are going to give everything to make it the best year of our lives,” he added.

Objective of the season

Lamine Yamal wants to win La Liga. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

When discussing the team’s main objective, Yamal made it clear that winning La Liga is their top priority. He believes that the league will be won through consistency, especially against teams that they have struggled with in the past.

“In the end, the league will be won against the teams we have lost to before. I think it’s a matter of concentration.”

He pointed out that maintaining concentration is key, as they have proven in crucial moments that they are capable of being the best. He expressed confidence that the team will continue to perform at a high level and ultimately secure the La Liga title.

“We have shown in important moments that we are the best and we will continue to do so. I have no doubt that we will win the league.”

On Messi and Neymar

Lamine Yamal loved watching Neymar. (Photo by Rafa Babot/Getty Images)

In addition to his goals for the team, he also spoke about his personal idol, Neymar. Despite Lionel Messi’s legendary status at Barcelona, Yamal has always looked up to Neymar.

He recalled how, at just five years old, he first saw Neymar play for Santos and later had the chance to see him in action at the Camp Nou when he was seven.

“I was five years old when I saw Neymar at Santos and at seven I saw him in person at the Camp Nou. It was amazing to watch.”

He described the experience as amazing and said that Neymar’s impact on him was unmatched. While Messi was undoubtedly incredible, Yamal believes that Neymar stood out as something truly special, and he remains a football legend in his eyes.

“Yes, it’s true, there was Messi, who was also incredible, but Neymar was something different. Neymar has always been my idol. He is a star and a legend of football,” he noted.