'Surely be ready for the World Cup' - Positive update on Lamine Yamal injury delivered by Barcelona boss Hansi Flick as teenage wonderkid is tipped to 'come back stronger'
Barcelona Boss Provides Reassuring Update on Lamine Yamal's Injury
Barcelona boss **Hansi Flick** has provided a reassuring update on **Lamine Yamal** following the news that the teenage star will miss the remainder of the domestic season. Despite the hamstring blow suffered against **Celta Vigo**, Flick is confident the 18-year-old will recover in time for **Spain's** 2026 **World Cup** campaign.
Yamal to Miss Remainder of Season
Flick addressed the media on Friday ahead of **Barcelona's** La Liga trip to **Getafe**, confirming the news that **Yamal** will play no further part in the club's final six matches. The teenage sensation suffered a hamstring injury during the midweek 1-0 win over **Celta Vigo**, a match in which he scored the winning penalty before being forced off.
- **Lamine Yamal** is 18 years old.
- **Barcelona** have six matches remaining in the domestic season.
- **Spain** are preparing for the 2026 **World Cup**.
"Surely be ready for the World Cup" - **Hansi Flick** on **Lamine Yamal's** injury recovery.
Flick Tips Yamal to 'Come Back Stronger'
**Hansi Flick** is confident that **Lamine Yamal** will "come back stronger" after missing the remainder of the season due to injury. The **Barcelona** boss believes the teenage wonderkid will recover in time for **Spain's** 2026 **World Cup** campaign.