Hansi Flick's humorous training session with Barcelona star Yamal!
Lamine Yamal extends contract with FC Barcelona until 2031; Hansi Flick's humorous training intervention is causing a stir.

Hansi Flick's humorous training session with Barcelona star Yamal!
FC Barcelona recently released an entertaining clip on its social media channels that put the spotlight on the relationship between coach Hansi Flick and talented player Lamine Yamal. In the video you can see Flick humorously correcting Yamal's waistband during a training session. This amusing episode not only conveys a family atmosphere in the team, but also shows how interested Flick and Yamal are in each other.
Lamine Yamal, a player aged just 17, has taken the football world by storm and is considered an exceptional talent, not only in football but also in style. His fashion sense is also praised. The club recently announced that Yamal has extended his contract until 2031; previously this was only scheduled until June 2026. The market value of the promising talent is estimated at an impressive 180 million euros, which underlines his importance for the team, as [Krone] reports.
Future plans and wishes
In a season full of plans, Yamal has already shared with Hansi Flick some wishes for the coming years. What is particularly noticeable is the desire to be replaced less often. Last season, the talented player was often frustrated by his frequent substitutions, which deprived him of the opportunity to be on the pitch for longer periods of time. Additionally, he wants to be included in Barcelona's rotation of regular penalty and free kick takers, as [Yahoo Sports] notes. These wishes not only reflect his ambitions, but also his desire to be actively involved in the club's game strategy.
The legal aspects of contracts in professional football are complex and certainly important for players like Yamal. A recent decision by the Federal Labor Court (BAG) has made it clear that footballers must achieve a minimum number of game appearances per season in order to receive a contract extension. Fewer deployments due to Covid-19 are irrelevant to the contract extension. This rule highlights how important it is for players like Yamal to play regularly in order to extend their contracts. When drafting contracts in professional football, usage-dependent extension clauses are common. The BAG has also decided that such clauses cannot be adjusted due to pandemic-related restrictions. Players are well advised to seek legal advice before signing a contract in order to avoid unfair conditions, as [anwalt.de] explains.
The latest developments surrounding Lamine Yamal and his relationship with Hansi Flick show how close the connection between players and coaches is in modern football. With a long-term perspective in Barcelona, there are many opportunities for the young player to continue to develop and have a significant impact on the team.