Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has revealed what winger Lamine Yamal must do to reach the ‘next level’ of his career.
Yamal has been outstanding since he was promoted to the Barcelona’s first team.
The Spain international finished in second position behind the winner, Ousmame Dembele, in the 2025 Ballon d’Or rankings.
However, Flick feels the 18-year-old must improve on his defending to help him reach the next level, adding that talent is not enough.
“He is exceptional, but there are other exceptional players on the team. He’s 18 years old, and he also has to focus on working,” Flick said of Yamal (via Goal).
“To get to the next level, one or two steps higher, you have to work hard; talent alone is not enough.
“It is not just about playing with the ball, it’s also about defending. That is what we need from all players, not just him.”
Talent not enough – Flick reveals what Yamal must do to reach next level