Inés García Santos Launches Online Push for Lamine Yamal's Ballon d'Or Bid
Girlfriend of Barcelona Star Kicks Off Ballon d'Or Campaign
Inés García Santos, partner to Lamine Yamal, has announced she will start an online campaign supporting the Barcelona forward’s bid for the Ballon d'Or. This comes despite Yamal himself stating he won’t personally campaign for the award.
Following his nomination, Yamal told the press that he prefers to let his performances do the talking and trusts the journalists responsible for selecting the winner to make their decision fairly.
Social Media Sparks Renewed Interest
Shortly after Yamal’s interview, García Santos shared a post on Instagram Stories that reignited attention around his candidacy. The Spanish model and influencer captioned her photo, "My Ballon d'Or campaign starts now," signaling her intention to support him publicly.
While Yamal remains modest about pushing for the prize himself, his girlfriend seems ready to rally fans and create buzz online.
Yamal's On-Field Credentials
The forward’s claim to the award is backed by impressive statistics from the 2025/26 season. He finished with 24 goals and 17 assists across club and international competitions, earning the title of LaLiga Player of the Season for 2025/26.
Additionally, after recovering from a late-season hamstring injury, Yamal played an important role in Spain’s victorious 2026 World Cup campaign. His excellent form has carried into the current season, highlighted by a goal in Barcelona’s 5-1 Champions League win over Feyenoord.
Key Details About Lamine Yamal
- 2025/26 Season Stats: 24 goals, 17 assists
- Awards: LaLiga Player of the Season 2025/26
- International Success: Important part of Spain’s 2026 World Cup-winning squad
- Recent Performance: Scored in Barcelona’s 5-1 Champions League victory over Feyenoord
