Yamal: The Sole Jewel of World Football
Former Argentine goalkeeper Hugo Gatti praises Barcelona's young talent, Lamine Yamal, calling him the only true gem in today's football landscape.
In a recent interview with La Nacion, former Argentine goalkeeper Hugo Gatti lauded Lamine Yamal, the young star of Barcelona, referring to him as the sole jewel in current world football. Gatti stated, 'Today, everyone in football is called a jewel... The only jewel in world football belongs to Barcelona: Lamine Yamal. He is a genius.'
Gatti, now 80, has been vocal in the media, sharing his insights on the sport. He explained his allegiance to Real Madrid, which developed after his retirement, attributing it to the warm reception he received in Madrid, particularly from club president Florentino Perez. Gatti mentioned, 'I became a Real Madrid fan because of the simplicity and kindness they showed me there... Florentino is a great man. He saved my life.'