Joan Laporta has revealed that FC Barcelona rejected a staggering €250 million offer from Paris Saint-Germain F.C. for teenage sensation Lamine Yamal when he was just 17 years old.
The Barcelona president explained that the club stood firm despite the enormous proposal, insisting that Yamal was considered too valuable to sell even for a record-breaking fee.
Laporta admitted that many people questioned the decision at the time, with critics suggesting Barcelona were taking a huge financial risk by refusing such a massive offer.
He explained that some observers believed the club were making a mistake by turning down the opportunity, especially given Barcelona’s well known financial challenges.
Laporta made the remarks during a public appearance connected to the launch of his new book and the beginning of his re-election campaign, using the example to highlight the club’s long term vision and commitment to developing elite talent.
The decision to reject the offer shows just how highly Barcelona rate Yamal, who is widely regarded as one of football’s most exciting young players and a potential generational talent.
Barcelona’s leadership believe the winger represents the future of the club and see him as a cornerstone of the next great team at Camp Nou.
Turning down such a huge bid was a bold move, but inside the club there is strong belief that keeping Yamal will prove far more valuable than any transfer fee. 💙❤️
