Hansi Flick comments on his realtionship with his young star Lamine Yamal! | OneFootball

The German coach knows what to say to the media.

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Amid questions about his team's form, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick took a moment to shed light on the delicate balance of nurturing a generational talent. The focus was on young winger Lamine Yamal, whose recent performances have been shadowed by a nagging physical concern.

Flick confirmed that while the player is on a positive trajectory, his journey back to full fitness is a careful process. "Lamine is fine, although some days he still feels a bit of discomfort," Flick shared, before emphasizing the crucial point: "He is progressing well, that’s important."

Beyond the physical update, the coach unveiled the protective and supportive role he has adopted. His words painted a picture of a mentor guiding his prodigy. “I spoke to Lamine. I'm always going to protect and help him, he's a young guy and a fantastic one… and we'll continue on the same path.”

This context makes Yamal's recent contributions all the more remarkable. Despite managing discomfort in his pelvic area that has limited his peak capacity, his talent continues to shine through. In the three games since his return, he has proven his invaluable worth by both setting up a goal and finding the net himself, demonstrating a resilience that belies his youth.