A prince without whom Barcelona does not know how to win

Barcelona’s current situation is worrying, and even more worrying because of the doubts over the physical condition of Lamine Yamal.

His importance to the team is undeniable and his absence has led to speculation that the club has become too reliant on him.

The winger has become an integral part of Barcelona’s offensive force and without him, the team has shown clear signs of struggling. Coach Hansi Flick, the players and the club are well aware of how vital Yamal is to the team.

Yamal’s ability to impact games is immense. His combination of speed, acceleration, ball control, dribbling and vision makes him one of the most dynamic players in Barcelona’s attack.

He plays a crucial role in creating opportunities and relieving pressure on his teammates by moving defenders away from central positions. His skill set allows him to link up effectively with forwards, contributing to the team’s overall offensive fluidity.

No Yamal, no party

As of now, Yamal leads the La Liga rankings in assists with 9 and dribbles with 51, a testament to his importance and the disruptive effect he has on opposing defenses.

The numbers are clear: when Yamal does not complete 90 minutes on the field, Barcelona finds it difficult to perform. In games in which he has been sidelined or forced to leave early due to injury, the team has lost points.

This includes their losses to Osasuna and Real Sociedad, as well as draws against Celta de Vigo and Leganés.

His absence against Atlético de Madrid, where he was in the stands recovering from an injury, was another blow to the team’s hopes. To put things into perspective, since his absence, Barcelona have managed just five points out of a possible 21 in La Liga.

Regardless of who replaces him on the right wing, Barcelona’s performance has not been the same without Yamal. This has not gone unnoticed by Flick, who has tried several options to replace him, all without success.

The hope now is that Yamal can recover in time for the Spanish Super Cup, where Barcelona will look to secure their first title of the season.

The club and manager are eagerly awaiting news on his recovery, as his return could be crucial to their prospects in the competition.