Deco surprises by revealing Lamine Yamal's demands to stay at Barça

FC Barcelona's fans are extremely excited about the plan that Deco has been developing since he arrived at the sporting management. The Portuguese arrived at the club in the summer of 2023 and, since then, the organization has experienced a clear improvement. His experience as a player allows him to interpret the team's needs with surgical precision and act quickly in an increasingly competitive market.

Beyond signings, Deco has managed to secure essential agreements for the club's immediate future. The most notable, without a doubt, has been the renewal of Lamine Yamal, the brightest gem from La Masia. Barça's "10" extended his contract until 2031, and did so protected by a €1 billion clause, a figure that reflects the club's huge commitment to his growth.

Deco was the main architect of this operation and, true to his style, he hasn't shied away from talking about Lamine Yamal. In an interview with the prestigious newspaper The Times, the sporting director has openly addressed the young star's future. The truth is that his words have not only surprised, but have also set off alarms in some sectors of Barcelona supporters.

Deco speaks loud and clear about Lamine Yamal's future

Deco has hinted that Lamine Yamal is not only seeking sporting continuity, but also a competitive environment that allows him to fight for titles. The young striker wants to feel surrounded by footballers capable of accompanying him in his growth, so his continuity will depend directly on the level the project can reach. It's not enough to offer him a multimillion-dollar contract or a leading role: Lamine wants guarantees that Barça will once again aspire to the highest level.

Specifically, Deco has said that "If we keep the team, Lamine Yamal will be happy. I know that Lamine's desire and dream is to win something important for Barça, so he'll definitely be paying attention to what the club does". This way, the Portuguese implicitly acknowledges that sporting planning will be key to ensuring the "10"'s future in the Catalan capital.

The message is clear: the club's moves next transfer market must go beyond plugging holes or covering emergencies. Every decision will directly affect the continuity of the greatest promise to emerge at Barça since Leo Messi. If the project doesn't convince, Lamine Yamal could reconsider his future, no matter how long his contract is or how astronomical his clause may be.

Deco knows this better than anyone, which is why he has started working with an eye on strengthening key positions. The goal is not only to improve the squad, but to build a winning team that allows Lamine Yamal to fulfill his dream. Barça thus faces a huge challenge, but also a historic opportunity to consolidate its new generational leader.