Yamal Opposes Barcelona’s Plan to Sign New Defender

Barcelona’s young winger Lamine Yamal has expressed his disagreement with the club’s intention to bring in another player for the right-back position. The 17-year-old attacker is keen on continuing his successful partnership with Jules Kounde on the right flank.

According to reports, Yamal considers his connection with Kounde crucial. The duo has been playing together on the right side since the beginning of the current season. However, Barcelona is considering acquiring an additional player to provide an alternative in case of injuries or fatigue to the French defender.

This season, Yamal has made significant contributions to Barcelona, appearing in 31 matches across all competitions. He has scored 11 goals and provided 15 assists. Meanwhile, the 26-year-old Kounde has netted 3 goals and delivered 7 assists in 37 appearances.

The club’s decision to potentially bring in a new right-back could impact the dynamic duo’s playing time and on-field chemistry. It remains to be seen how Barcelona will address this situation, balancing the young talent’s preferences with the team’s strategic needs.