Dani Olmo made Lamine Yamal claim after Marc Cucurella’s shock Real Madrid move

ByKehinde-Hassan Afolabi

Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo has playfully warned international teammate Marc Cucurella that he faces a harsh reality check in La Liga against Lamine Yamal following his surprise €55 million transfer to Real Madrid.

Barcelona playmaker Dani Olmo has delivered a playful warning to international teammate Marc Cucurella following the defender’s surprise summer transfer to arch-rivals Real Madrid.

Speaking to Spanish outlet Sport, Olmo admitted the national squad was entirely unaware of the former Chelsea fullback’s secret negotiations.

Despite wishing his close friend well, Olmo emphasized that their friendship will temporarily cease on the pitch.

The €55 million switch marks the first marquee signing under newly appointed Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho.

While both players are currently focused on Spain’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, Olmo warned that the La Masia graduate will suffer intensely in domestic football.

The playmaker specifically highlighted the daunting task Cucurella faces trying to defend against Barcelona starlet Lamine Yamal.

Kehinde-Hassan Afolabi is a football journalist whose deep tactical understanding of the game makes him a standout, captivating audiences across print, audio, and video. His poetic background brings a unique rhythm and depth to his work, seamlessly transforming analysis into artistry. With a knack for narration and research, he captures the drama of the game beyond tactics and statistics, making each piece of his; a compelling blend of insight and storytelling.

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