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Monchi: 'I'd Give Ballon d'Or to Lamine'

RCD Espanyol's sporting director Monchi sparked controversy by stating he would award the 2026 Ballon d'Or to FC Barcelona's Lamine Yamal.

During the V Reyes Cup presentation in Sevilla, Monchi declared his intention to give the prestigious award to the young Spanish winger. The statement immediately generated controversy among Espanyol's fan base, given Yamal's status as a Barcelona player. cricket-ipl.in

Hours later, Monchi attempted to clarify his comments during an appearance on 'El Larguero' (SER), where he reportedly wanted to apologize after being questioned again about who would receive the Ballon d'Or according to him.