Xavi planning to call up 15-year-old Barcelona wonderkid for Copa del Rey game

The Barcelona youth academy has produced some wonderful talents in recent years, ranging from Gavi and Ansu Fati to Alejandro Balde.

The success of La Masia has helped the club obtain strength and compete in Spanish football, especially in the midst of economic turmoil. And it appears the conveyor belt of talents is not stopping anytime soon, with Lamine Yamal emerging as the latest sensation.

A right winger by trade, Yamal has been making a solid impression in the youth leagues of Spanish football. At the age of just 15, the player has featured prominently for the Barça U19 setup and has even made appearances for the Spanish youth international teams.

According to a report from Javi Miguel, Xavi is extremely delighted with the progress of Yamal and is following his development closely. The Barcelona coach even wants to call up the 15-year-old for the Barcelona squad, for the upcoming Copa Del Rey game.

The Catalans will kickstart their Copa Del Rey campaign on January 4, as they take on CF Intercity, who belong to the third tier of the Spanish footballing pyramid.

Xavi believes Yamal could feature in this Round of 32 fixture and make his professional debut. The youngster, after all, has produced stunning displays in youth competitions, including the UEFA Youth League and could be ready for the highest level of football.

The report suggests Barcelona are also in talks with Yamal over a potential contract extension. It appears the club are desperate to keep hold of the prolific winger in the years to come, knowing he has the ability to become an asset for the club in the near future.