Former Sporting Director praises the Right-Flank Dynamic Duo of FC Barcelona
- So far this season, Barca's right flank duo, Jules Kounde and Lamine Yamal have been exceptional.
- Former Sporting Director praises the Right-Flank Dynamic Duo of FC Barcelona.
FC Barcelona's 2024/25 season has been brilliant. Sitting at the table-top position in La Liga, having 24 points from the first nine matchdays, and being off to their first three points in the UCL campaign, the club's performances have been spectacular. However, what has been more impressive is that manager Hansi Flick has been able to do it despite having one of the most injury-inflicted squads in Europe.
Former Sporting Director praises the Right-Flank Dynamic Duo of FC Barcelona
This season, so far, the club has stood out in all aspects, with the players delivering their best in crucial situations. Be it the offensive front led by Lewandowski, with Raphinha and Yamal joining from the flanks, or the defensive front with control brought in by the midfielders, the Blaugrana club has responded well in all compartments. However, one duo has gone much underrated, despite the players being involved being talked of much.
One of the biggest positives of this season has been the intertwining of star full-back Jules Kounde and prodigy sensation Lamine Yamal on the right flank. With both the star players assisting one another in their roles, the Blaugrana club's right flank has been excellent this season. Recently, FC Barcelona's former sporting director and legend Eric Abidal praised the two, mentioning the versatility they bring to the club's playstyle.
Abidal, being extremely impressed by Jules Kounde, praised the full-back, saying,
""Koundé is showing his class in La Liga. He’s a versatile player, and I know Barça is very satisfied with him; he brings a lot of balance.""
- Eric Abidal
Moreover, the former Barcelona defender seemed in awe of the club's La Masia academy, which is producing world-class talents like Lamine Yamal remarkably frequently. Abidal said,
""Lamine Yamal has become the player everyone knows, but what surprises me is that La Masia produces players like him from one day to the next.""
- Eric Abidal
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Clearly, the Jules Kounde-Lamine Yamal duo has been one of the key factors in the club's success this season. Barca fans would hope that the two star performers continue the same way, playing a crucial role in the club's long season ahead.
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