Barcelona midfielder Gavi has dismissed comparisons between his teammate Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi, insisting that the young Spaniard needs to be allowed to forge his own path.

Lamine Yamal still wears braces. Barcelona’s teenage sensation has emerged as opponents’ No. 1 problem thanks to his speed, creativity, and gorgeous goals from Lionel Messi’s old spot on the right flank.

Gavi, Lamine Yanal and Raphinha starred as Barça followed up their Clásico thrashing of Real Madrid with another big win over Betis.