Eric García endorses Lamine Yamal for Ballon d'Or

FC Barcelona defender Eric García has expressed strong support for teammate Lamine Yamal's candidacy for the Ballon d'Or. Speaking at an event in his hometown of Martorell, García stated that Yamal deserves the award due to his age and exceptional performance, comparing his impact to that of Lionel Messi.

García also noted that several other Barcelona players, including Raphinha, Pedri, Pau Cubarsí, and Dani Olmo, as well as Rodri, deserve recognition for their merits.

During the event, which coincided with the inauguration of a new 'Cruyff Court' supported by the Cruyff Foundation, García emphasized that winning the Champions League remains the primary goal for the players, coaching staff, and fans. He expressed confidence in the squad's current momentum and depth to compete at a high level in European competitions.