Netherlands legend Marco van Basten believes Barcelona’s talented youngster Lamine Yamal would be more effective in a central role rather than on the right wing.
“It’s actually a shame that he plays there, because he doesn’t get the ball enough,” Van Basten said, referencing Yamal’s current position.
Van Basten thinks Yamal would have more influence on the game and could mean even more to the team if he played in the center.
“He can score goals, give crosses, put people in front of the goal. We know that by now. The next step should be: what is his influence on the team in the end? Such a good player should play much more in the centre of the field,” he added.
This advice comes after Barcelona’s 4-3 defeat to Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League semifinal, where Yamal was one of the best players on the night but failed to score.
Yamal has had an impressive season, scoring 15 goals and providing 24 assists in 51 appearances for Barcelona.
Van Basten’s suggestion could be a game-changer for the team, especially with their upcoming matches in LaLiga, including a crucial game against Real Madrid.