Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal has caught the attention of Europe’s elite, and two Premier League giants—Liverpool and Manchester City—are reportedly ready to do everything in their power to lure the teenage sensation away from the Camp Nou.

The 17-year-old prodigy, who burst onto the scene in April 2023, has become a cornerstone of Hansi Flick’s Barcelona side. With 13 goals and 19 assists in just 42 appearances this season, Yamal has been instrumental in propelling the Blaugrana to the top of the La Liga table and into the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals.

Yamal’s current contract is set to expire in June 2026, but amid his meteoric rise, the club has prioritised renewing his deal. According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona are eager to reward their young talisman with an improved contract, recognising his immense contributions and growing influence.

However, super-agent Jorge Mendes is treading cautiously. While Yamal is said to be keen on staying at his boyhood club, he also believes he deserves a significant wage increase—a sentiment shared by many fans who’ve watched him light up European football over the past year.

Barcelona’s well-documented financial constraints have complicated negotiations, and this has not gone unnoticed. Liverpool and Manchester City are keeping a close eye on the situation, poised to pounce should talks between Yamal and Barça hit a stumbling block. Both English clubs are believed to be preparing ambitious offers to convince the Spanish starlet to make the move to the Premier League.

Barcelona fans will hope the club can swiftly reach an agreement with Yamal and fend off the looming interest from England. Keeping their jewel at the club is not just a priority—it’s a necessity for the future of the Blaugrana project under Flick.

For now, all eyes are on Barcelona’s board. Will they meet Yamal’s demands and secure his long-term future? Or will the Premier League giants tempt away one of La Masia’s brightest ever talents?