Deco Warns Rival Clubs: Yamal Will Stay at Barcelona
Barcelona sporting director Deco has issued a firm warning to any club hoping to lure Lamine Yamal away from the Catalan giants. Despite reported interest from Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona remains unwavering in their stance on the teenage sensation.
Why Lamine Yamal is Untouchable
At just 16 years old, Yamal has already become a key player for Barcelona, proving his worth with match-winning performances. His meteoric rise has drawn interest from Europe’s biggest clubs, but Deco has shut down any possibility of a transfer.
👉 Deco’s Key Statements:
- “There are key players, and he is one. There is no discussion, there is no price.”
- “No offers have come because we didn’t even want to talk about it.”
- “He will probably be at Barça for many years, like Pedri and Gavi.”
€1 Billion Release Clause & Contract Talks

Although Yamal’s current contract expires in 2025, Barcelona have safeguarded his future with a €1bn release clause—a lesson learned after losing Neymar to PSG in 2017. The club has reportedly reached a verbal agreement to extend his contract until 2030, with the player himself confirming last month that he expects to sign “soon.”
Barcelona’s Commitment to Young Stars
Yamal is part of a new generation of homegrown talent that Barcelona is determined to build around. The club’s strategy mirrors that of Real Madrid, ensuring their top stars are protected by massive release clauses.
🔹 Will Yamal become Barcelona’s next all-time great? Should the club already plan to build their future around him? Drop your thoughts in the comments!