Yamal has ´something prepared´ for Copa del Rey final, says Flick – Soccer News

Lamine Yamal has “something prepared” for Saturday’s Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid, according to Barcelona boss Hansi Flick.

The LaLiga leaders will be looking to land their silverware of the season at Estadio Olimpico de Sevilla, having already captured the Supercopa de Espana in January.

Flick’s side, who are four points clear of second-place Madrid at the summit, are also set to face Inter in the Champions League semi-finals next week.

Once again, Yamal has played a starring role for Barca this season, with 14 goals and 18 assists across all competitions.

There is speculation believing the 17-year-old, who wore a hat while training on Friday, may sport a new haircut during the show-piece with Los Blancos.

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“He is an incredible player for his age, 17 years old,” Flick told reporters during his pre-match press conference. “He has a surprise for [Saturday]. He has something prepared for you, you’ll see.”

Barca will be without top scorer Robert Lewandowski, who remains sidelined with a hamstring injury.

Ferran Torres is likely to fill the void at the spearhead of the Blaugrana attack, with Flick highlighting his ability to operate in the role without disrupting the team’s flow.

“In the cup games, he has shown how well he can play as a ‘nine’. Against [Real] Betis, against Valencia. It’s a good position for him,” the Barca boss added.

“He knows how to do it. It does not affect Lamine and Raphinha, they have to adapt to another team-mate with other strengths.”