Real Madrid’s squad is reportedly upset with Barcelona’s young star Lamine Yamal ahead of Sunday’s El Clasico.
Real Madrid Captain to Confront Barcelona’s Yamal After El Clasico
The tension stems from public comments Yamal made about Real Madrid benefiting from refereeing decisions.
During a recent online event, the 18-year-old winger directly stated, “Yes, Real Madrid rob [other teams].” This bold accusation has not sat well with the Real Madrid dressing room.
Este vídeo de Lamine Yamal debe de estar en bucle en Valdebebas. Desde mañana a primera hora. Que lo primero que vean los jugadores sea a este tipo menospreciando al Real Madrid. Toca ponerlo en su sitio.
pic.twitter.com/c53jlguaFY— Alexis Rodríguez (@Alexis_RH_) October 23, 2025
According to reports, the players view Yamal’s words as a sign of disrespect and a lack of professionalism from a fellow athlete.
They feel the comments, made just days before the crucial match, show a failure to respect his peers.
More than just using the remark as motivation for the game, Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal plans to address the issue personally.
After the final whistle at the Santiago Bernabeu, Carvajal intends to speak with Yamal.
The captain will communicate the team’s collective feeling that the public accusation was both disrespectful and an unwise move.
A key concern for the Real Madrid players is the potential impact on the Spanish national team.
With several players from both clubs forming the core of the national squad, such public accusations could harm the group’s harmony.
Carvajal’s intervention appears aimed at clearing the air to prevent any lingering issues.
This situation adds an interesting layer to their relationship, as Carvajal has previously defended Yamal.
When the Barcelona teenager faced criticism for his off-field behavior last summer, the veteran defender urged understanding, noting the difficulty of handling fame at such a young age.
Now, Carvajal finds himself in the position of needing to counsel the same player about on-field comments aimed at his club.
