OFFICIAL: Lamine Yamal is joining Spanish national team despite left hip injury

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However, Yamal was withdrawn with 15 minutes left to play, as he appeared to be struggling with an injury.