Cristiano Ronaldo's former agent Jorge Mendes defends Lamine Yamal
Jorge Mendes has responded firmly to the recent criticism directed at his client, Lamine Yamal, who has been under scrutiny for his media presence and his remarks made ahead of the Clasico against Real Madrid. Mendes urged the public and the press to separate Yamal’s off-field persona from his football performance.
The 18-year-old forward, already seen as one of Barcelona’s brightest young talents, impressed with a remarkable display against Club Brugge. However, the media debate around him has continued, prompting Mendes to voice his frustration at the intensity of the criticism.
"I don't understand all the fuss surrounding Lamine Yamal. What we have to do is support him and help him as much as possible, because he is a great asset to the club," said Mendes.
Mendes, who is famous for managing Cristiano Ronaldo’s career, emphasized that Yamal remains fully focused on his professional development. He noted that the player's close circle works hard to shield him from unnecessary public pressure.
"Having everyone watching you is a big responsibility. He is handling it very well and we must continue to help him," he added.
Sources within Barcelona have echoed Mendes' message of calm while confirming that steps have been taken to limit Yamal’s public appearances in an attempt to ease the media tension surrounding him.
Author’s Summary:
Jorge Mendes defended Lamine Yamal from intense media scrutiny, urging support for the young Barcelona star and stressing the need to shield him from excessive attention.