‘Jesse Bisiwu has that X factor’ - Lamine Yamal tipped to be like a ‘big brother’ to new Barcelona star
New Barcelona signing Jesse Bisiwu is receiving praise for his early performance and potential, with comparisons drawn to his playing style and personality. Experts suggest that teammate Lamine Yamal could serve as a mentor to help the youngster integrate into the club.
Why it matters
The development of young talent is a key focus for major football clubs, and mentorship dynamics are often highlighted as crucial for long-term success.
Jesse Bisiwu has taken very little time to make an impact at Barcelona after scoring twice in Sunday’s friendly win over FC Basel.
The youngster has only just joined the club but is already being tipped to be a hit by former Club Brugge sporting director Devy Rigaux who negotiated the deal with Barca.
“Other teams wanted him, but none as much as Barça; I saw absolute quality in Bisiwu; one of those wingers that Ajax , for example, used to have so often,” he told AS.
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