Barcelona players back Lamine Yamal for Ballon d'Or

Members of the Barcelona squad are rallying behind teammate Lamine Yamal, who is among the 30 nominees for this year's Ballon d'Or. The public backing from team leaders followed a commanding 7-2 victory over Racing de Santander, a match in which the young Spaniard contributed both a goal and two assists.

Following a social media post featuring highlights from the game, several teammates took to the comments section to declare their support. Raphinha praised the youngster, calling him his "Ballon d'Or," while Fermin and Joao Cancelo also shared messages endorsing his candidacy.

This wave of support within the Barcelona camp arrives as the debate intensifies, with Kylian Mbappe also emerging as a prominent contender for the award. The French forward has previously voiced confidence regarding his own chances, sparking widespread discussion among fans and media outlets alike.