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Steven Gerrard hails Lamine Yamal as 'freak of a player' and tips him to rival Messi and Ronaldo

Steven Gerrard hails Lamine Yamal as 'freak of a player' and tips him to rival Messi and Ronaldo
Sports Talents · 05:44:56 - Friday, 6 November 2026

Steven Gerrard has described Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal as a "freak of a player" and predicted the teenager could eventually rival the careers of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

The former Liverpool and England midfielder made the comments in a recent interview, emphasizing Yamal's exceptional ability and potential to reach the highest level in football.

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