Spanish national team manager Luis de la Fuente was effusive in his praise for FC Barcelona’s young star, Lamine Yamal. But, he stressed that the youngster must be protected as the UEFA European Championship is set to kick off.
“In the case of young players, the psychological factor is more important than the tactical one,” he said.
“In the case of Lamine, he is a player who is touched by a magic wand, and we have to support him, because he will be praised and criticized fiercely.”
A lot of pressure is on Yamal, who will turn 17 next month, but is already a key player for club and country.