In a recent revelation, the world of football was left buzzing as Enric Masip, the advisor to Barcelona president Joan Laporta, dropped a bombshell. He disclosed that an unnamed club had come dangerously close to signing two of Barcelona's brightest talents, Lamine Yamal and Alejandro Balde.
Imagine a world where Barcelona's future stars slip through their grasp! The football universe held its breath as the advisor to Barcelona's president unveiled a sensational secret: a club had attempted to snatch away the gems of La Masia, Lamine Yamal and Alejandro Balde.
These young talents were on the verge of leaving the iconic Camp Nou, and while Masip did not divulge the club's identity, speculations pointed squarely at Manchester City. David Sanchez, a journalist from Radio MARCA, later confirmed this, revealing that the English champions had indeed tried to lure Yamal away.
Lamine Yamal, who celebrated his 16th birthday this year, became eligible to sign his first professional contract, making him a prime target for clubs. Manchester City, in their quest for global talent, made a valiant attempt to secure his signature. However, Yamal chose to stay loyal to Barcelona and has since risen to prominence under Xavi's guidance, even earning a spot in the Spanish national team.
What followed was not just a failed transfer attempt but a souring of relations between Barcelona and Manchester City, two clubs that had shared a cordial relationship for years. The question now is whether Manchester City will make another attempt to poach Yamal in the future and if they are willing to do business with Barcelona, who still have an interest in Bernardo Silva.