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Lamine Yamal Set for More Time on the Barcelona Bench

Barcelona plan to limit Lamine Yamal’s minutes, allowing the young forward to recover from his ongoing groin issues. The 18-year-old Spain international has struggled to regain his top form after an excellent rise last season.

Early Season Struggles

At the start of the campaign, Yamal was expected to dominate once again. However, his momentum was halted by a persistent groin injury that forced him to miss five matches across September and October. Even after returning, he has looked far from the confident player who finished last season so strongly.

Medical Advice and Club’s Decision

Marca report that Barcelona’s medical team advised Yamal to spend more time on the bench to ensure full recovery.

The forward has been informed that gradual participation will give his body the rest it needs. This approach means he will not feature in every match and will mostly appear as a late substitute following the October international break.

Yamal’s Response

Given his breakthrough and consistent performances in the previous season, Yamal is reportedly anxious to resume his leading role. Still, he acknowledges the need to prioritize long-term health over immediate playing time.

Author’s Summary

Lamine Yamal must adapt to reduced minutes as Barcelona carefully manage his recovery from a persistent groin injury, balancing his ambition with the need for full fitness.

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Football Espana Football Espana — 2025-11-05

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