Jordi Kroyf explained the reason for delaying Yamal's debut

Former Barcelona sports director Jordi Kroyf recalled the moments when Lamin Yamal started playing in the main squad. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.

The winger made his debut for the "blue-burgundy" team in April 2023 when he was only 15 years old. At that time, the team was managed by Xavi Hernandez.

According to Jordi Kroyf, Xavi wanted to bring Yamal onto the field even earlier, but he and Mateu Alemany tried to prevent this. They told Xavi: "Yamal is 15 years old, he doesn't have a contract.

If he participates in ten games, the whole world will see his talent as we have, but he still doesn't have a contract." Currently, Lamin Yamal has played 106 games for Barcelona, scored 25 goals, and provided 34 assists.

The player recently turned 18. Despite his age, his performance in the team raises great hopes for the future.