Barcelona star Lamine Yamal picks surprise left back as the toughest defender he has faced

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal does not have much experience, having debuted in senior football less than two years ago. However, the 17-year-old is used to competing against the best and has chosen the toughest he has had to face.

Despite facing Real Madrid on several occasions, and against teams like France and England, in Euro 2024, it was against the home team where they faced their toughest rival. During the Golden Boy ceremony, Lamine Yamal told Cadena SER that RB Leipzig left back David Raum is the one who has caused him the most problems.

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“He is a tough defender. In the Euro Cup, in the quarterfinals against the Germans, he proved to be a difficult opponent to beat,” said the teenage sensation.

Ruled out last week with a sprained ankle, Lamine Yamal is currently recovering and is expected to return in early to mid-January after three to four weeks. When he returns to action, he will undoubtedly be one of the players Hansi Flick will turn to to restart his title fight.