Lionel Messi praises a young player who he believes has a bright future and closely resembles his style of play.

According to Lionel Messi, Lamine Yamal is destined for a bright future in football. The 17-year-old, who joined Barcelona's youth academy in 2023, has quickly risen to become a key player for both his club and his country. After winning La Liga in his debut season and being named the Young Player of the Tournament at the European Championship, Yamal's talent has not gone unnoticed.

In the current season, Yamal has continued to impress with six goals and 11 assists in all competitions, helping Barcelona to the top of the league. At an Adidas event in Germany, Messi was asked about the next generation of footballers and Yamal was the first name that came to his mind. The Argentinian legend believes that Yamal has all the qualities to succeed and continue his impressive development.

Messi acknowledges that a lot depends on the player himself and other external factors, but he has no doubt that Yamal has a bright future ahead of him. The 17-year-old has already caught the attention of many with his exceptional skills and abilities on the field. In fact, Messi famously posed with Yamal when the latter was just a baby, and now he sees him as a potential successor to his throne.

As for Barcelona's current season, Messi hopes that their strong start marks the beginning of a new era after a trophyless season last year. He would love to see his former club win La Liga, Copa del Rey, and the Champions League, but even if they don't, he hopes they will compete until the very end. Their game against Leganes on Sunday could see them extend their lead at the top, but they will need to be at their best as their bitter rivals Real Madrid are hot on their heels.

Overall, Messi has high hopes for Yamal and believes that he has a huge future ahead of him. With his talent, determination, and hard work, there's no doubt that the 17-year-old will continue to make a name for himself in the world of football. And who knows, maybe one day he will follow in the footsteps of Messi himself and become a legend for Barcelona.

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