OFFICIAL: Lamine Yamal is joining Spanish national team despite his left hip flexor injury
Barcelona's statement: 'Tests have shown that Lamine Yamal has a left hip flexor injury. He's out and his recovery will determine his return. The player joins the Spanish national team where he will also be evaluated by the medical services of the RFEF.'
The 16-year-old continues to be a crucial player for both club and country after an incredible rise to prominence in the last 12 months.
After breaking into the Barcelona first team, Yamal received a first call up to the Spain senior squad last month, before going on to set a new record as the youngest ever La Roja cap and goal scorer.
That streak of broken records continued ahead of the October international window as he became the youngest ever La Liga scorer in history in Barcelona’s 2-2 draw away at Granada.
However, Yamal was withdrawn with 15 minutes left to play, as he appeared to be struggling with an injury.
Amgnonijunior
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Yamal need to rest please.. don't forget he's just 16 year old
King185
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Why does Spain keep doing this to all our players? It's bad enough that you are calling up 16 year olds when there are more experienced players but now this boi is injured and you're still calling him up. What's wrong with y'all fr?
demo1
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please let the kid rest, the same thing you guys did to Pedri
Pikin90
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Spain is out to punish and frustrate Barcelona