Reports from Spain have unveiled the unexpected condition set by Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal for renewing his contract with the club—a demand that has sent shockwaves through the Camp Nou hierarchy.
As Barcelona gears up for a vital La Liga clash against Celta Vigo, which could help widen the gap over rivals Real Madrid, negotiations off the pitch are proving just as intense. According to AS, a recent meeting in Lisbon between Barcelona president Joan Laporta and Yamal’s agent, Jorge Mendes, ended without an agreement.
The sticking point? Yamal is reportedly demanding to become the highest-paid player at the club—an echo of the contractual tensions seen during Lionel Messi’s final years at Barça. Club officials are wary of repeating that costly mistake, especially amid ongoing financial challenges.
With Yamal’s current contract running until the summer of 2026, the pressure is on for Barcelona to secure his long-term future. The situation is further complicated by strong interest from major European clubs including Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, and Manchester City, all of whom are prepared to offer the teenage sensation a significantly higher wage.
This standoff has cast uncertainty over one of Barcelona’s brightest stars, and unless an agreement is reached soon, the club may face a tough decision in the upcoming transfer window.
