Bojan Krkic’s Inspiring Journey from La Masia to Sound Advice for Young Talent

Bojan Krkic’s story remains one of La Masia’s most compelling tales, filled with unfulfilled potential and remarkable achievements. The Spaniard emerged as the highest scorer from Barcelona’s youth teams, amassing an impressive 423 goals during his time at La Masia.

By 2007, Bojan had already earned a place in the first-team dynamics and, at the tender age of 17, became the youngest scorer in Barcelona’s history—a record subsequently broken by Ansu Fati and then Lamine Yamal in the current season. Bojan now extends sound advice to Lamine, sharing his wisdom in an interview on RAC1.

“Keep your feet on the ground and avoid burnout,” Bojan advised Lamine, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a balanced perspective as he navigates his burgeoning career. Bojan also stressed the significance of continuing his education, recognizing that it will prove invaluable in shaping his future.

Bojan Krkic ultimately retired from professional football at the age of 33 after a stint in Japan with Vissel Kobe. While his career at Barcelona may not have lived up to the early hype, he left a mark with 41 goals across five seasons at Camp Nou.

Lamine Yamal stands at a pivotal juncture in his career, and Bojan’s counsel serves as a valuable guide for the young talent as he strives to make his mark on the footballing world.