"Throughout all of that, the teenage gem has received full support in public from his teammates and higher-ups at the club. However, it appears the issue is starting to become a bit of a concern for Barça, with Deco recently meeting Yamal's agent, Jorge Mendes, to discuss the player's lifestyle and discipline, among other things. A recent report from Catalunya Radio has shed more light on Barcelona's grievances with Lamine, and how Deco asked Mendes to intervene just days before the all-important Real Madrid clash."
"While the club does not wish to interfere in his private life, there are growing concerns about some of his habits, such as playing late-night five-a-side futsal matches with friends, even on the eve of training sessions. On one occasion last season, shortly after the Champions League semi-final against Inter, Yamal reportedly rented an indoor football pitch at around 11 p.m. to play with friends and some fellow Barça players."
Barcelona officials have expressed concern about Lamine Yamal's off-field behaviour and have met Jorge Mendes to request greater commitment and discipline. Club leaders asked for improved day-to-day professionalism and adherence to team rules and internal conduct. There are worries about late-night five-a-side futsal sessions with friends, sometimes on the eve of training, and the risk of injury after an incident when Yamal rented an indoor pitch around 11 p.m. following the Champions League semi-final with Inter. Deco personally intervened, citing that "some things are starting to get out of control." Club staff view stricter management as necessary to protect his development.
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