Former Barcelona defender amazed by Lamine Yamal’s meteoric rise: ‘What he is doing is not normal’

Former Barcelona defender amazed by Lamine Yamal’s meteoric rise: ‘What he is doing is not normal’ People across the football world are running out of superlatives for Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal following his exploits week after week. Former Barcelona defender Sylvinho has joined the hype train, heaping praise on the Spanish teenager and admitting that the youngster’s remarkable development continues to surprise him. Lamine and Hansi Flick’s Barça are preparing to face Luis Enrique’s PSG in the Champions League, and all eyes will be on the 19-year-old attacker. Sylvinho impressed by Lamine Yamal’s growing maturity Speaking to Radio MARCA ’s La Tribu , Sylvinho described Lamine as an exceptional talent whose understanding of the game continues to amaze him. “What he is doing is not normal. These types of players are different, very different,” the former Barcelona defender explained. Lamine Yamal would want to put on a show against PSG. (Photo by Burak Kara/Getty Images) Sylvinho believes Lamine is becoming more complete with each passing game. His decision-making is becoming more refined with experience. “He is gaining experience, he knows where he needs to go and where he shouldn’t. He keeps growing,” he added. The Brazilian also claimed that Lamine’s all-round ability could allow him to operate in multiple positions. Lamine has increasingly developed into an attacking force whose contributions in games go beyond individual dribbling and creating chances. His evolution under Hansi Flick has been interesting to watch. Previously a touchline winger, the teenager has increasingly operated in inverted zones this season. Former Barcelona star praises Flick and assesses PSG challenge Sylvinho also waxed lyrical about Flick’s attacking philosophy, describing Barcelona as a dangerous side. Hansi Flick’s Barcelona are one of the best attacking teams in Europe. (Photo by Burak Kara/Getty Images) He believes the Champions League encounter against PSG features two teams capable of reaching the final. “Both. They are tremendous teams. It could be the Champions League final,” he said when asked to identify the stronger side. Everyone expects a blockbuster game at the Parc des Princes between two teams that play a very similar style of football. However, Sylvinho was surprisingly more cautious when discussing Sunday’s El Clasico against Real Madrid. He warned that Barcelona’s impressive form in La Liga would amount to nothing against the individual quality that Jose Mourinho’s team possess. Flick’s attacking approach has worked remarkably well so far this season, but PSG will not be easy opposition to face. Sylvinho’s praise for his former team and Lamine is good to see, and it remains to be seen how the 19-year-old fares against the French giants.