Barcelona’s latest silverware has reignited big conversations about the club’s next era, and one familiar supporter isn’t holding back.
According to Band.com, Suzy Cortez, the Playboy model often referred to as a longtime Barcelona muse, celebrated the team’s Spanish Super Cup win by pointing to one player she believes represents the club’s future: Lamine Yamal.
Barcelona edged Real Madrid 3–2 in a dramatic Spanish Super Cup clash on Sunday, a result that sparked celebrations across the fanbase. For Cortez, the victory wasn’t just about the trophy—it was about what it symbolized for a new generation at the club. Speaking after the match, she made it clear that Yamal’s rise stands out above all else.
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“The No. 10 shirt has always carried enormous weight at Barcelona,” Cortez said. “Right now, it’s in very good hands.” She went on to praise the teenager’s impact, saying, “Lamine Yamal is already bigger than Vinícius Jr. And Mbappé combined.”
Yamal, just 18 years old, has quickly become one of the most talked-about young players in European football. His confidence on the ball, creativity in attack, and comfort on the biggest stages have drawn comparisons to past icons who once wore the same legendary number. Cortez leaned into that history while stressing that what’s happening now isn’t about imitation.
“That shirt represents generations,” she said, referencing figures like Diego Maradona, Ronaldinho, and Lionel Messi. “They each defined their own time with the same identity. What we’re seeing now is continuity, not someone trying to replace anyone.”
Cortez also pointed to the broader mix within the squad as a reason for optimism. In her view, Yamal’s emergence alongside more established players gives Barcelona a foundation that could pay off for years. She specifically highlighted how young stars and experienced teammates can complement one another as the club looks to reassert itself at the top of European football.
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The Spanish Super Cup win offered a snapshot of that balance—youthful energy paired with composure in a high-pressure clásico. While debates about comparisons to global stars will always follow prodigious talents, Cortez’s message was clear: for Barcelona supporters, the focus is firmly on what Yamal represents going forward.