Lamine Yamal's renewal with FC Barcelona gives the impression of being practically closed. According to various sources, there has been great harmony between Joan Laporta, president of the club, and Jorge Mendes, the player's agent. After the summit they held this Monday in Barcelona, they would have made good progress on the contractual extension of the Azulgrana jewel.
In turn, according to 'Mundo Deportivo', the agreement could be signed this Tuesday in the club's offices. Lamine Yamal would attend there, along with his representative, and the sporting director, Deco, and Joan Laporta himself would also be present. It should be remembered that the idea was to finalize the agreement before the young Azulgrana 'jewel' joins the Spanish national team to play in the UEFA Nations League and then take a well-deserved vacation without having to think about this issue.
A contract until 2031 with salary improvement and variables for performance
In addition, although it had been reported that the contract would be extended until 2030, journalist Fabrizio Romano has advanced that the new link would reach until 2031. The agreement would include a salary improvement according to the player's performance in the first team, with a structure of variables linked to his sporting performance.
However, one of the few outstanding issues would be the termination clause. Although those involved in the negotiation assert that it is a point still to be specified, but that it would not be an obstacle to closing the agreement.
The negotiation, which at first seemed complex due to the magnitude of the player's contract and its duration, has taken shape thanks to the good disposition of both parties. Both Lamine's environment and the Azulgrana team have shown willingness to reach a successful conclusion, although as in any agreement of this caliber, the details have been key to reaching a total understanding.
The Azulgrana club will shield Lamine after turning 18
It should be noted that this contract would come into effect once Lamine Yamal turns 18, on July 13th. It will undoubtedly be a strategic move by FC Barcelona, which in recent days has accelerated the renewal of key pieces of the sports project, such as coach Hansi Flick (2027) and Raphinha (2028), as well as previous contractual extensions such as those of Pedri González, Gavi, Ronald Araujo and Pau Cubarsí.
In addition to shielding one of its greatest promises, Barcelona seeks with this renewal to dispel any interest from other clubs in the Azulgrana winger, who has just completed a stellar season with the first team, adding 18 goals and 25 assists in 55 matches. It is also a way to pamper Lamine and recognize his status as a fundamental piece of the club's sporting future.
Lamine Yamal could inherit the number '10' at Barça
Finally, although it is not a priority aspect, it is also contemplated that the player can inherit the number '10', currently held by Ansu Fati. It should not be forgotten that everything points to the fact that the player from Bissau will leave the club this summer, which would leave free the mythical number that legends such as Leo Messi and Ronaldinho have worn. Assigning it to Lamine would be a definitive sign of the confidence and expectations that the Catalan team has placed in him.