Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has praised striker Robert Lewandowski, comparing him to Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of his dedication to physical fitness. Flick believes that Lewandowski takes exceptional care of his body, rivaling only Ronaldo in this aspect. The German manager expressed his admiration for Lewandowski’s work ethic, stating that he is always responsible with his health and body, much like the Portuguese superstar.

Lewandowski is currently set to miss a match against Girona, along with teammates Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres. Flick addressed concerns about the Polish star’s fitness, attributing his absence to a minor issue rather than a serious injury. The manager emphasized that Lewandowski is in perfect shape, similar to Ronaldo, and that his injury is not a cause for concern.

The timing of Lewandowski’s injury is unfortunate for Barcelona, as they face Real Madrid in La Liga next week. The team is also sweating on the fitness of Lamine Yamal, who has been dealing with a groin issue. However, Cristiano Ronaldo has backed Yamal to become the best player of the current generation, praising his talent and potential. Ronaldo advised fans to give Yamal time to develop, urging them not to put too much pressure on the young player.

Ronaldo’s comments came after Portugal’s UEFA Nations League final victory over Spain, where they won 5-3 in a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw. The Portuguese superstar has consistently shown support for young players, and his endorsement of Yamal is a significant vote of confidence in the Barcelona youngster’s abilities. As the football world looks to the next generation of stars, Yamal is certainly one to watch, and Ronaldo’s praise will only add to the excitement surrounding his potential.