Barcelona fans, brace yourselves! José Mourinho has once again sparked debate, this time weighing in on the talents of two of La Liga’s brightest young stars—Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams and Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal.
Fresh off his Europa League triumph with Fenerbahçe, Mourinho shared his thoughts during an interview with COPE, offering a surprising preference: *“Everyone is talking about Yamal, and he’s a fantastic player, but personally, I’d choose Nico Williams.”*
Mourinho’s remarks have sent shockwaves through the football world, with many interpreting them as a dig at Barcelona’s 17-year-old sensation. Yamal, a La Masia graduate, has dazzled fans with his skill and pace, drawing comparisons to legendary figures like Lionel Messi. However, Mourinho’s endorsement of Nico Williams, a rising 22-year-old star from Athletic Bilbao, has shifted the conversation.
Could this be Mourinho’s subtle way of hinting at Real Madrid’s potential interest in Williams? After all, Madrid has a history of signing standout talents from their rivals, fueling the ever-intense Clasico rivalry.
Mourinho’s comments have set social media ablaze, with Barcelona supporters defending Yamal’s brilliance and Real Madrid fans cheering on their former coach’s praise for Williams.
As the two players continue to shine on the pitch, the debate over who will emerge as the bigger star rages on. Will Nico Williams carve his path to stardom, or will Yamal solidify his place as a Camp Nou legend? One thing is certain: the La Liga rivalry just got even more exciting.