Barcelona not concerned about key superstar’s quiet start to new season

Barcelona not concerned about key superstar’s quiet start to new season FC Barcelona sumperstar Lamine Yamal is always under the spotlight, and his start to the season is inevitably being scrutinized. Barça manager Hansi Flick was the first to acknowledge that the Spain international is not yet at his best, but confidence in the Catalan winger remains absolute. Indeed, according to MARCA , nobody at Barça or inside the dressing room is concerned that he has not scored yet. His frustration at being substituted, which was visible against Elche but has also happened many times in previous seasons, is not being interpreted as a sign of a downturn in his mood or performances. Instead, Barcelona point to his numbers against Athletic Club as evidence that his level is already improving. Lamine’s performance is already improving Lamine has had a quiet start by his standards. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) After a rather quiet outing against Elche in the season opener, the improvement in the teenage winger’s display was clear against Athletic Club. Lamine started on the right wing and this time played the full 90 minutes. He did not score, but he was still a constant threat. As usual, he never stopped trying to make something happen through his dribbling, pace and deliveries. The numbers underline his influence: seven shots, three on target, five chances created, 45 accurate passes, three completed dribbles and involvement in 85 actions. The La Masia winger repeatedly escaped the pressure applied by Athletic’s defenders, attacking from both inside and outside. He came close to scoring on several occasions. Barcelona not worried. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) Unai Simon, who was named player of the match, was forced into two excellent first-half saves to deny him, while the woodwork prevented Lamine from opening his account in the second half. Barcelona remain completely calm Inside the Catalan club, there is no concern whatsoever about Lamine’s start to the campaign. Barcelona are convinced that the World Cup winner will shine again during the 2026/27 season because, in their view, he is already showing the signs of returning to his best level. There are no doubts or alarm bells at the club. The message is one of maximum confidence and complete calm around Lamine Yamal.