Lamine Yamal Named Among Barcelona Captains for 2026-27 Season

Fabrizio Romano reported that 19-year-old Lamine Yamal has been added to FC Barcelona’s group of captains this season. The decision came from coach Hansi Flick (who selected the top two) combined with a vote by the players, according to *Mundo Deportivo*. The full hierarchy is reportedly Raphinha (1st), Pedri (2nd), Eric García, Frenkie de Jong, and Yamal (5th). It is trending due to Yamal’s youth—he becomes Barcelona’s youngest-ever captain—highlighting his rapid rise, leadership recognition in the dressing room, and status as a generational talent at a historic club.