Barcelona star Lamine Yamal facing legal action after hiring dwarf entertainers at his 18th birthday party

Yamal celebrated his 18th birthday on 13th July.

After using dwarf entertainers at his 18th birthday celebration, Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal could face legal action.

The teenage sensation celebrated a significant life milestone with friends and family over the weekend after turning 18, which allowed him to sign a lucrative new deal with Barcelona.

However, Lamine Yamal has come under fire for including individuals with dwarfism in the performance for his birthday celebration.

A member organisation of the Spanish Confederation of People with Physical and Organic Disabilities (COCEMFE), the Association of People with Achondroplasia and Other Skeletal Dysplasias with Dwarfism (ADEE), has denounced the Barcelona player.

In response to actions that they deem “intolerable because it perpetuates stereotypes, fuels discrimination, and undermines the image and rights of those with achondroplasia or other skeletal dysplasia, as well as all people with disabilities,” ADEE has promised to take legal and social action.

What did ADEE say?

In a statement posted on the organisation’s official website, Carolina Puente, president of ADEE, which protects the dignity of those with disabilities, said:

“It’s unacceptable that in the 21st century, people with dwarfism continue to be used as entertainment at private parties, and even more serious when these incidents involve public figures like Lamine Yamal. The dignity and rights of our community are not entertainment for anyone, under any circumstances.”

Puente added: “When a person with social influence participates in these types of situations, the damage is even greater, because it conveys to society—especially to young people—that discrimination is acceptable. We must eradicate the objectification of difference and educate people in respect and equity.”

While, Barcelona and Yamal are yet to comment on the matter.

What’s next for Barcelona and Lamine Yamal?

Beginning of the 2025–26 season, Yamal has now returned to preseason practice at Barcelona after his antics came under scrutiny once more. It is rumoured that he will be given the club’s iconic No. 10 shirt, which was originally worn by players like Lionel Messi, Ronaldinho, and Diego Maradona.

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