Former Barcelona star Jordi Alba has sent his congratulations to the team after seeing [Hansi Flick’s side win the double this season](https://www.barcablaugranes.com/2025/5/16/24431615/watch-barcelona-celebrate-la-liga-title-with-bus-parade-through-citys-streets).
The left-back, who is now at Inter Miami with Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Sergio Busquets, says he’s been impressed by the team’s campaign.
> “I want to congratulate Barça. I think they had a great season, with a coach I don’t know personally, but from what people say about him and what we see, he manages his players wonderfully and the team is very hard-working,” he said via Mundo Deportivo.
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> “They’re a young team and I’m very happy for them because I know a lot of people there, not just the players, but also the coaching staff and the club’s staff. Ultimately, it’s fantastic to see a club like Barcelona, which I love so much, continue to win titles.”
Alba also had some words for Lamine Yamal and thinks the teenager is already one of the best players in the world.
> “He debuted with us with Barcelona and I think he was 15 years old. He already looked like a different player, but the physical change he has made these last two years has made him a differential player. What he is doing is incredible. He is among the candidates to win the Ballon d’Or,” he added.
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> “\[Advice?\] Keep going, improving, learning, and listening to people who understand this. I hope he does great. It’s amazing to watch him play.”
Barcelona are back in action on Sunday in La Liga against Villarreal and are set to be presented with their latest trophy after the game.