Barcelona president Joan Laporta considers Lamine Yamal to be a “genius” and has addressed the teenage wonderkid’s comparisons with Lionel Messi.
Arsenal wonderkid Max Dowman has been compared to Lionel Messi by Gunners legend Perry Groves, who has urged Mikel Arteta to nurture the 15-year-old’s talent in the same way Birmingham did with Jude Bellingham. Groves praised the 15-year-old’s unique ability and left-footed grace while calling him a “scary talent” following his impressive pre-season displays.
Joao Felix's move to Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr has sparked criticism from his former Atletico Madrid team-mate Saul Niguez, who claims that the Portuguese forward has failed to maximise his potential due to a lack of hard work. Saul insists talent is "worthless" without the work ethic to back it up, and has revealed that "many of us tried to help" Felix during his turbulent years in Europe.
Joao Felix has been warned by Jorge Jesus that he must 'prepare better' if he is to return to his peak form after an underwhelming debut for Al-Nassr.
Lionel Messi put on a playmaking masterclass for Inter Miami against Atlas, with Marcelo Weigandt being teed up for a dramatic winner.
Lionel Messi delivered yet another magical performance for Inter Miami, orchestrating a dramatic Leagues Cup victory over Atlas! The Argentine maestro notched two crucial assists, culminating in a breathtaking, last-gasp assist deep into stoppage time - the fifth minute, to be exact - securing a narrow win for the Herons. New signing Rodrigo De Paul also shone brightly, displaying impressive class and immediately impacting the team's dynamic in a promising debut. It was a thrilling encounter fueled by Messi's brilliance and a glimpse of Inter Miami's growing potential
Barcelona have struck a kit sponsorship agreement with the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the club has confirmed.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was given a hero's welcome as he arrived to complete the formalities of his return to Marseille.
Former Barcelona prospect Carles Perez has been hospitalised after being bitten in the genitals by a dog.
