Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has revealed he’s struck a spectacular deal with his childhood idol Neymar ahead of this summer’s World Cup, a pact that hinges on a dream final between Spain and Brazil.
The 17 year old, fresh from helping fire Barcelona into the Champions League knockouts, disclosed the agreement after the Copenhagen win. “I made a deal with Neymar: if Spain and Brazil face each other in the World Cup final, we’ll go on vacation together,” Yamal confirmed, adding with a smile that he’d also have a special celebration ready should he score in such a scenario.
The pair, who spent time together last summer, have maintained contact, with Yamal openly admitting he modelled his game on the Brazilian magician. The wager adds a layer of personal intrigue to the looming tournament in North America, where Yamal is expected to be a central figure for a Spain side considered among the favourites.
For Neymar, 32, the path is less certain. Currently working his way back to fitness after major knee surgery, his place in Carlo Ancelotti’s Seleção squad is not guaranteed. The manager has previously stressed the Al Hilal star must prove his physical readiness to earn a spot.
The deal highlights Yamal’s soaring confidence and his connection to the game’s modern icons. While a Spain vs. Brazil final remains a hypothetical, the mere suggestion underscores the immense expectations now placed on the youngster’s shoulders, both at Barcelona and on the world stage. For now, it’s a charming subplot. Come July, it could become the backdrop to a sporting fairy tale.
