Yamal’s influence is partly shaped by his admiration for Lionel Messi, a player who has left an indelible mark on football. Yamal, who has been compared to Messi for his playing style, recently showcased a pair of special edition Lionel Messi boots, further highlighting the bond between the two players. These boots are part of an exclusive range, with only 10 players worldwide being allowed to wear them, underscoring the privilege and the high standards Messi has set in the sport.

Fans noticed that the 17-year-old was wearing special footwear with the word “Messi” printed on them when he returned to the bench for Saturday’s La Liga encounter after suffering an ankle injury. As part of Adidas’ Messi +10 promotion, Yamal is one of ten players chosen by Argentina and former Barcelona ace Messi to don the apparel.

After missing nearly three weeks of play, Yamal entered the game late in the half as the Catalan team unexpectedly lost 2-1 to relegation-threatened Las Palmas. After three league games, they have now earned one point.

With Yamal in the lineup, Hansi Flick’s club has performed significantly better; this season, the Spain international has five goals and seven assists in La Liga. They had only lost once with him on the team prior to Saturday’s defeat.

When Yamal’s squad plays Mallorca in La Liga on Tuesday, he hopes his Messi boots will work some magic.