Superagent Jorge Mendes gives Barcelona key advantage in securing Lamine Yamal's long-term future: Reports

Modified Apr 11, 2025 13:07 GMT

Lamine Yamal's agent Jorge Mendes' good relationship with Barcelona president Joan Laporta has reportedly benefited La Blaugrana in signing the contract renewal with the 17-year-old attacker.

According to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, Yamal will continue to play for the La Liga giants as Joan Laporta, Deco and Jorge Mendes converge towards the same objectives. Laporta and Mendes also had a meeting last month in Lisbon, where they discussed the 17-year-old's long-term future.

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Barcelona extended Yamal's contract until 2026 in the summer of 2023 after his breakout performances for the club. The extension was done around the rules for contracts of players aged under 18.

Nevertheless, the Spanish attacker will turn 18 in July, and then, La Blaugrana will be able to sign the contract of the desired length with Lamine Yamal. In 2023, both parties also agreed to a second extension until 2030, and it will be activated next season due to Jorge Mendes' good relationship with Barcelona and Joan Laporta.

The Spaniard has played 43 matches this season, scoring 14 goals and providing 21 assists across all competitions for Hansi Flick's side. Yamal also scored during La Blaugrana's 4-0 win over Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals on Wednesday, April 9.

Hansi Flick claims Barcelona will not slow down after comfortable win over Borussia Dortmund in the UCL

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Barcelona boss Hansi Flick has claimed that La Blaugrana will show no signs of stopping after a dominant win over Borussia Dortmund, as they will perform their best against Leganes. Flick's side will face Leganes in the La Liga on Saturday, April 12, at Estadio Municipal Butarque.

Ahead of the La Liga clash, the German tactician stated that Barca are ready to show how good they are in the upcoming away fixture. He said in the pre-match press conference (via fcbarcelonanoticias.com)

"We must show in every game how good we are. That is what the fans want. Play well, compete, and show our level."

Flick was also asked about the rotations in the playing XI, to which he replied:

"I will not confirm anything, but changes must be made, there are many games, and it is important to give rest."

La Blaugrana are leading the race for the La Liga title with 67 points after 30 games. They are also leading Borussia Dortmund by four goals ahead of their second-leg fixture in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals at the Signal Iduna Park on Tuesday, April 15.

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