The La Masia graduate described his equation with Robert Lewandowski, who expressed his frustration towards Yamal in the past.

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• Yamal talks about Lewandowski
• Mentioned they weren't on best terms
• Polish striker previously showcased frustration with youngster

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal has shed light upon his alleged fractious relationship with Robert Lewandowski, the oldest player in the squad and his fellow strike partner, admitting that things hadn't always been the best with the former Bayern Munich man.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  During a match against Sevilla, Lewandowski was seen reprimanding Yamal after the youngster missed a promising chance, despite the striker being in a prime position to score.

  Instead, Yamal took the shot himself, hitting the crossbar and leaving Lewandowski visibly frustrated. Lewandowski was also seen on camera gesturing with his hands to express his disapproval towards Yamal.

  The 17-year-old, though, has cleared the air and assured that everything is now okay between the duo.

• WHAT LAMINE YAMAL SAID

  "Very well, we all get along really well this year," Yamal said when Mundo Deportivo asked him about his relationship with Lewandowski.

  "It’s true that maybe last year, the context we were in, both as a club and as individuals, wasn’t the best… In the end, veteran players like Robert, who comes from winning the Champions League and all that, are a bit more worn out. And we, being younger, come with more energy.

  "It’s normal, these things happen, and this year I think it’s clear that we’re doing great. Both Rapha and Robert with me, and me with Rapha and Robert… We’re perfect and eager to keep scoring goals."

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  WHAT NEXT FOR BARCELONA?

  The duo will be hoping their on-field chemistry clicks to another gear when they take on Las Palmas on Saturday, February 22, as the league leaders, followed by a Copa del Rey semis first-leg game against Atletico Madrid next Tuesday.

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