Lamine Yamal was deeply disappointed after Barcelona’s crushing defeat to Atlético Madrid, a match that ended a remarkable run of 17 wins in their last 18 games.
A Disappointing Performance on a Crucial Night
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Barcelona entered the match as strong favorites, but their performance was reminiscent of their early-season form, lacking both attacking efficiency and mental fortitude.
Several players faced criticism, including Juan García after a costly error on the first goal, but the brunt of the criticism fell on Ferran Torres.
Yamal’s Patience Is Wearing Thin
Although Ferran is among the team’s top scorers this season, his performances in big matches have consistently fallen short of expectations. He frequently disappears in crucial moments and squanders clear-cut chances, as was the case in the last match, where he missed two opportunities that could have changed the course of the game.
This pattern, which has been repeated several times throughout the season, has caused discontent in the dressing room, especially for Yamal, who believes the team needs a more decisive striker in front of goal.
The Need for a Decisive “Number 9”
According to press reports, Yamal prefers that another player lead the attack in the center-forward position instead of Ferran.
The young star is convinced that Barcelona needs to sign a top-class goalscorer during the summer transfer window,someone capable of capitalizing on half-chances in big matches.
A Message to Laporta and Deco
From Yamal’s perspective, strengthening the attacking line is no longer an option but a clear tactical necessity that both Joan Laporta and Deco must address in the upcoming transfer window.
Barcelona may perform well against weaker teams, but competing for titles requires a decisive striker who can make a difference on big nights.
