The winner of the 2024 Golden Boy Award for the most promising young player in Europe is Lamine Yamal, with other awards going to Kenan Yildiz, Michael Kayode and Atalanta.The award was established

After winning the Golden Boy and Golden Girl awards, Barcelona legend Lionel Messi shared an inspiring message with Lamine Yamal and Vicky Lopez. Although Lionel Messi departed Barcelona in 2021, his connection with the club remains as strong as ever.

Seventeen-year-old winger Lamine Yamal from Barcelona and the Spanish national team has set a new personal goal after receiving the Golden Boy award, given to the best young player in the world under the age of 21.