Actual Madrid legend Raul believes his former membership are the favourites to win this Sunday’s Clasico however accepts they must hold an in depth eye on “nice participant” Lamine Yamal.
Raul, who made 741 appearances for Madrid over 16 trophy-laden years, is assured they’ll edge the primary assembly with Barcelona this season with Xabi Alonso’s males going into the sport with a two-point benefit on the high of La Liga.
“I don’t suppose it issues the way you get there, a Clasico is at all times a particular recreation,” he instructed EFE.
“I feel that Actual Madrid, taking part in at house and being in entrance of their followers are a slight favorite, however they’re going to discover an important crew in entrance of them.”
De Jong fear for Barcelona
The visitors have a few injury worries – midfielder Frenkie de Jong missed training this morning – and can rely closely on Yamal to spearhead their assault.
Like Raul, the 18-year-old has made a big impact early in his profession however the problem now’s to stay on the stage that has made him among the finest gamers on the planet.
Raul added: ”He is a good participant, he’s breaking many boundaries, and on the sphere he’s doing issues that only a few have accomplished. He’s very younger and now he has to consolidate every part he’s doing.
“I feel he could be a essential participant for his membership proper now and in addition for the Spanish nationwide crew.”
Flick has choices alongside Yamal
Yamal will certainly begin on the Bernabeu however who performs alongside him stays doubtful.
Robert Lewandowski and Dani Olmo are injured, that means boss Hansi Flick – who will serve a one-game touchline ban on the weekend – has to select from Marcus Rashford and fit-again duo Ferran Torres and Raphinha to occupy the opposite locations in assault.
