I Hope Lamine Yamal Wins The Ballon d’Or And Big Trophies With Barça –Leão

According to a report by Fabrizio Romano on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, AC Milan forward Rafael Leão has backed Lamine Yamal to win the Ballon d’Or and major trophies with Barcelona.

The Portugal international praised the young winger’s footballing ability, describing him as one of the best players in the world. Leão also highlighted Yamal’s personality and the quality of the players surrounding him at the Catalan club.

Speaking to TNT Sports Brasil, the Milan forward expressed his hope that the Barcelona star would achieve both individual recognition and collective success with the Spanish giants.

“I hope Lamine Yamal wins the Ballon d’Or and big trophies with Barça,” Leão said.

Leão further explained his admiration for Yamal, pointing to his performances on the pitch and his qualities as a person.

“He is among the best in the world, he’s someone I really appreciate as a player and person. He’s surrounded by good players at an extraordinary club,” Leão added.

Yamal has attracted widespread attention for his performances for Barcelona and Spain, establishing himself as one of the most exciting young talents in European football.

His development has earned him recognition from fellow professionals, with Leão among those who believe he has the potential to compete for football’s most prestigious individual award.

Winning the Ballon d’Or would represent a significant milestone in Yamal’s career, while lifting major trophies with Barcelona would further strengthen his reputation in the game.

Leão’s comments underline the respect the teenage winger commands among his peers, with the AC Milan forward expressing confidence in his ability to reach the highest level of football.

For now, the Portuguese international has made his support clear, backing Yamal to pursue individual honours while helping Barcelona achieve further success.

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