"The 18-year-old prodigy, who has been dealing with lingering pubalgia issues, is once again caught in the middle of club and country priorities. Yamal has not been operating at full strength for weeks, and Barcelona's medical staff have been carefully managing his minutes to prevent the discomfort from escalating. The club believes the teenager would benefit from a period of rest to allow his recovery to progress steadily, a view that Spain coach Luis de la Fuente reportedly does not fully share."
"The matter has become a delicate point of discussion between both sides. Barcelona are concerned because Yamal's physical condition has not yet reached 100%, and they fear a recurrence similar to what happened earlier this season. Hansi Flick had previously expressed frustration after Yamal returned from Spain's September camp with an aggravated injury, having played over 150 minutes despite not being completely fit."
Lamine Yamal, 18, struggles with lingering pubalgia and has not been at full strength for weeks. Barcelona's medical staff have limited his minutes to prevent escalation and believe a rest period would aid steady recovery. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente reportedly takes a different view and expects Yamal to be available if he can play demanding fixtures for Barcelona. Earlier in the season Yamal returned from Spain's September camp with an aggravated injury after playing over 150 minutes, prompting frustration from Hansi Flick. Communication between Barcelona and the national team is described as limited. Yamal has started every match since the October international break.
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