Thierry Henry Warns About Pressure on Lamine Yamal, Drawing Comparison to Bojan Krkic
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has cautioned against placing excessive pressure on Lamine Yamal, likening his situation to that of former Barcelona prodigy Bojan Krkic. Henry, who played alongside Bojan at Barça, emphasized the need for young players to be given time to develop properly.
“I have seen this before. Not me, but someone who arrived on the scene like this: Bojan Krkic. I invite you to watch his documentary to understand what can happen when everything comes too fast.”
Henry highlighted the mental challenges Bojan faced, particularly his struggles with anxiety.
“Bojan struggled with anxiety and did not want to be seen too much. People forget he was just a kid who went from being unknown to everyone expecting him to be great.”
He also praised Bojan for speaking openly about his experiences, including his decision to turn down a call-up for Spain’s Euro 2008-winning squad due to mental health struggles.
“His documentary is a good way to understand what it means to be a star too early.”
With Lamine Yamal emerging as one of Barcelona’s brightest young talents, Henry’s warning serves as a reminder of the potential dangers of early stardom.
Hansi Flick Set to Rotate Barcelona Squad Against Osasuna – Reports
Meanwhile, Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is reportedly planning to rotate his squad for the upcoming La Liga clash against Osasuna. With a congested fixture schedule, Flick is expected to make several changes to manage player fatigue and keep the squad fresh.
This decision could provide opportunities for fringe players and younger talents to step up while giving key starters a much-needed rest.
