"It may still be too early to draw firm conclusions, but Hansi Flick's decision to deploy Lamine Yamal as an attacking midfielder against Real Betis could prove to be one of the most defining tactical moments of Barcelona's season. Whether this was a one-off tactical adjustment or the first sign of a long-term positional evolution remains to be seen. What is clear, however, is that Flick is already daring to reshape the role of Barça's most exciting young star."
"Until now, Lamine Yamal has built his reputation as a devastating left-footed winger on the right flank, stretching defences with pace, flair, and one-on-one ability far beyond his years. At just 18, he has already become a reference point in Barcelona's attack. Moving him into more central areas represents a significant shift, not only tactically, but also in how the club envisions his long-term development."
"Crucially, Flick has not fully removed Yamal from the wing. Instead, he has begun easing him into central zones, placing him closer to the goal while reducing some of his defensive responsibilities. On the flank, a winger is constantly forced to track back when the full-back advances."
Hansi Flick deployed Lamine Yamal centrally against Real Betis, initiating a possible positional evolution for the 18-year-old. Yamal previously excelled as a left-footed winger on the right flank, using pace, flair and one-on-one ability to stretch defences. Flick has begun easing him into central zones while not fully removing him from the wing, placing him closer to goal and reducing some defensive duties. In central areas Yamal can conserve energy, receive the ball in more dangerous positions and influence the final third more consistently. Fan reaction has been enthusiastic, and the change may be temporary or long-term.
Read at Barca Universal
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]