“If it works then we might have found gold” - Barcelona fans thrilled as they feel Hansi Flick is playing Lamine Yamal in new role against Betis

Barcelona fans have been left feeling excited after teenage star Lamine Yamal appeared to have been deployed in a new role. La Blaugrana are set to lock horns with Real Betis as they hope to extend their lead atop the Spanish top-flight.

Reigning LaLiga champions Barcelona have won each of their last five league matches to overtake rivals Real Madrid at the summit of the standings. Hansi Flick's side were dealt a blow in their midweek tie against Atletico Madrid when Dani Olmo injured his shoulder after scoring. The Spaniard joined fellow attacking midfielder Fermin Lopez on the sidelines, leaving their side light in the position.

German tactician Flick has opted against starting Lopez, who has returned to fitness, instead naming Lamine Yamal in a central role. Swedish teenager Roony Bardghji was named in the starting XI in Yamal's usual position, while Marcus Rashford starts on the opposite flank.

Barcelona fans have been left thrilled by the decision to play Yamal in the number 10 position, and they shared their enthusiasm through posts on X.

A fan expressed their hope in the youngster playing behind the striker, stating that they would have struck gold if it works.

Another fan shared their enthusiasm with the perceived tactic.

A fan pointed out that they liked Lamine Yamal's position.

Another fan pointed out the youngster's position in the game.

Another fan shared their excitement at Yamal's position.

A fan revealed that they are looking forward to seeing Yamal's performance.

Another fan revealed that they are anticipating the game, seeing where Yamal has been deployed.

Yamal has been in fine form for Barcelona, and keeps his place in the starting XI for the Real Betis clash. Brazil international Raphinha has been named on the bench despite his impressive showing in the win over Atletico Madrid last time out.

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal named LaLiga Player of the Month

Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal has won the award as the best player for the month of November in LaLiga. The Spain international was rewarded for a fine month, in which his side overtook Real Madrid at the summit of the league table.

Yamal returned to fitness in November, having spent time out injured with a groin problem. The 18-year-old appeared four times in LaLiga during the month, scoring three goals and providing three assists as his side won all four games.

Lamine Yamal has enjoyed a fine season despite his struggles with his groin injury, scoring five goals and recording seven assists in 11 league appearances. The youngster beat the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Mikel Oyarzabal, Gerard Moreno, and Antoine Griezmann to receive the award for November.

Edited by Sulayman Salahudeen