There is an offer from Saudi Arabia! Yamal's agent warns Barcelona
Alex Olise
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
The future of Lamine Yamal has once again become a focal point. One of the most influential agents in world football, Jorge Mendes, informed Barcelona's president Joan Laporta about a significant financial offer from Saudi Arabia.
Details: According to El Nacional, Yamal himself and his entourage are not considering a move to Saudi Arabia. For him, continuing his development in a top European club is more important, and he sees a chance to make history at Barcelona, just as Leo Messi did.
The "blaugranas" management is well aware of the player's potential and is not willing to risk his departure. The club is already working on extending his current contract, which runs until 2026. This summer, when the player turns 18, Barca plans to offer him a new long-term contract until 2030, including a hefty release clause that could exceed 1 billion euros.
Reminder: Saudi clubs have proven they are ready to spend massive sums on transfers, but in Yamal's case, money will not be the deciding factor. Despite offers from abroad, the Spanish national team winger has made it clear that he wants to stay at Barcelona and continue to progress at the club that gave him a chance to shine.