More Diego Maradona than Lionel Messi? Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal earns another GOAT comparison from proud father

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The proud father of Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal has suggested that his son may be more like Diego Maradona than Lionel Messi.

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  • Comparisons drawn to all-time greats
  • Breaking records while still in his teens
  • Expected to emulate legends of the game
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