Barça Pushes Back: The Lamine Yamal Saga and a Doctor’s Clear Bill of Health
11 November 2025
Overview
Barça has publicly responded to the Spanish Football Federation after its statement regarding Lamine Yamal, the club’s teenage winger, who was left out of Spain’s squad during the November international window.
Spain are preparing to face Georgia and Turkey on November 15 and 18 in the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
The federation said it was astonished to learn that Yamal underwent a radiofrequency treatment to alleviate his groin issue on the morning of the national team gathering.
The press release noted that the procedure was carried out without prior notice to the federation, and it was only after a late report at 22:40 that the medical staff were informed of a seven-to-ten day rest window.
Barça’s tension with the national team has lingered since the first international break, with Yamal returning from Spain duty injured and missing several Barca matches.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Barça’s medical staff told the federation about the matter immediately.
Barcelona states it acts with responsibility, in constant coordination with the player, to guarantee a safe recovery and a normal return to play.
The club also consulted Dr. Ernst Schilders, a Belgian expert in this area, who visited Yamal at Barça’s facilities and assessed the progression of the issue.
The doctor confirmed the injury is under control, while noting that the treatment plan—rest, conditioning, and monitored rehab—was appropriate given the risks involved.
In agreement with the advisor and the medical team, and with the player’s consent, they decided to apply radiofrequency therapy as part of the treatment.
Barça says the medical staff informed the federation immediately, and that there is no reason for alarm: Yamal is progressing under a careful schedule.
Barça’s coach Hans Flick also spoke about the player's mindset, praising improved discipline and hard work on and off the pitch.
The Belgian expert’s positive assessment has given Barça confidence that Yamal can continue to contribute at the highest level while the club closely monitors his fitness.
Overall, the piece stresses the importance of early detection and robust rehab for a prodigy who remains pivotal for Barça’s plans this season.
And yes, to wrap it up with a touch of humor: if patience pays, Yamal’s rehab is filing for dual citizenship in class and ambition. Also, if drama had a soundtrack, this would be a remix titled Radiofrequency, featuring a very loud whistle of relief at the end.
