The statements of young star Lamine Yamal, a Barcelona player, have sparked a wave of anger within the ranks of the royal club ahead of the upcoming Clasico match scheduled for Sunday at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Yamal made his comments during a conversation on Twitch with Gerard Piqué and Ibai Llanos, saying: "Yes, they steal and then complain, that's what they do."

According to Marca newspaper, Real Madrid players received these statements at Valdebebas with a mix of astonishment and annoyance, considering that Yamal showed "a lack of respect" and "unprofessional behavior," especially at this sensitive time.

Several team players believe that Yamal's actions go beyond the limits of sports competition and are not befitting of a professional player at a big club, noting that such statements will not affect them but will serve as an additional motivation to win the Clasico.

The Spanish star's statements have sparked widespread controversy in Spanish sports circles, especially amidst the ongoing debate over the Negreira case, in which Barcelona was involved in paying sums of money to the former vice president of the refereeing committee.

The upcoming Clasico between Real Madrid and Barcelona will have a fiery character, not only due to the battle for the top of the league but also because of the verbal tension that preceded the match.