Golden Boy awaits? Yamal breaks Mbappé's record

Barcelona's teenage sensation, Lamine Yamal, has experienced a meteoric rise in his market value, surpassing even Kylian Mbappé. The latest market value update from Transfermarkt has placed the 17-year-old prodigy at a staggering €180 million, making him the most valuable player at Barcelona and the second most valuable player in La Liga, tied with Jude Bellingham.

This significant increase of €30 million in Yamal's valuation is a testament to his exceptional talent and rapid development. Despite his tender age, Yamal has become an integral part of Barcelona's first team, showcasing his maturity and technical ability beyond his years.

The update also reveals a general upward trend in the market value of Barcelona's squad. Pedri has seen his valuation restored to €100 million, while Raphinha's value has increased to €80 million. Other notable risers include Alejandro Balde (€50 million), Marc Casadó (€30 million), and Iñaki Peña (€2 million).

However, not all Barcelona players have seen their value appreciate. Gavi, Araujo, Frenkie de Jong, and Ansu Fati have all experienced slight decreases in their market value. Despite these individual fluctuations, the overall market value of Barcelona's squad has increased by €70.5 million since the start of the season.

Yamal's remarkable rise to prominence is a testament to Barcelona's youth academy and its ability to produce world-class talent. The club's decision to promote him to the first team has been fully justified, as the teenager has consistently impressed with his performances.

With his exceptional talent, potential, and now, his sky-high market value, Lamine Yamal is undoubtedly one of the most exciting young players in world football. Barcelona will be hoping to build a team around him for years to come.