Xavi Espart reflects on Philipp Lahm comparisons at Barcelona
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 5:10 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Barcelona defender Xavi Espart expressed appreciation for being compared to German football legend Philipp Lahm by manager Hansi Flick. The comparison came earlier in the season when Flick gave Espart his first team debut in the Champions League against Newcastle. Espart described his debut as a dream come true and mentioned his current involvement with Spain's Under-19s at the Euros, where he plays a different role as a midfielder.
- •Espart debuted in the Champions League against Newcastle.
- •He received praise from Hansi Flick earlier this season.
- •Currently plays for Spain's Under-19s in the Euros.
- •Espart is comfortable playing as a full-back or midfielder.
- •His Barcelona career began at a young age.
- 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s a compliment’ – Xavi Espart happy with Philipp Lahm comparisons at Barcelona
"The defender ‘really appreciates’ his manager’s verdict.
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