Barcelona look set to lock down one of their brightest stars for the long haul. Lamine Yamal has reportedly agreed to sign a new deal that will keep him at the club until 2031.
But this isn’t just any contract — it comes with a twist that could pay off in golden fashion.
At just 17, Yamal has already become a fan favorite at Camp Nou. He’s fast, fearless, and full of flair.
After a standout season where he scored 18 goals and provided 25 assists in 55 matches, the club decided it was time to reward him with a new deal.
That new deal, however, includes something special — a bonus if he ever wins the Ballon d'Or.
Yes, you read that right. Barcelona clearly believe he can reach the very top. If Yamal is crowned the world’s best one day, his bank account will celebrate too.
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Club president Joan Laporta and agent Jorge Mendes met earlier this week to finalize terms. All signs now point to the teenager officially signing today or tomorrow.
The new contract will not only run until 2031, but it will also make Yamal one of the highest-paid players at the club. Reports (via ESPN) suggest he will even earn more than Robert Lewandowski.
Laporta had earlier promised “special treatment” for Yamal. True to his word, the deal includes several bonuses linked to performance, trophies, and personal milestones — including the coveted golden ball.
Yamal first joined Barcelona’s youth academy as a seven-year-old and made his senior debut at just 15. Since then, he's won a domestic treble with the team and starred for Spain, collecting individual honors like the Kopa Trophy and Golden Boy award.
Now, with his future in Catalonia secured, the club sees him as a key figure moving forward — one who could soon go from teenage talent to football royalty.
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