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Barcelona B coach Marquez: Yamal belongs in Messi, Ronaldinho category

Barcelona B coach Rafa Marquez says the hype around Lamine Yamal is deserved.

The 16 year-old is now a first-choice for Barca and Spain.

Former Mexico captain Marquez told Sport: "He belongs to that group of gifted boys who have this innate talent and who no matter how old they are to compete in any category and make a difference.

"Ronaldinho, Messi... Lamine can be the next. He has all the qualities.

"Obviously we have to take care of the processes because he is still a child."

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