Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal planning top secret 18th birthday party in Ibiza with VIP guests invited but mobile phones banned

The details of the party are being kept secret from media glare, but whispers have emerged suggesting that the island of Ibiza will play host to this exclusive party. Journalist Víctor Navarro revealed that invites have already been sent out to a carefully curated list of VIP guests, and the actual location will only be disclosed a day or two prior to the event to ensure privacy.

On the COPE talk show, names like Bad Gyal and reggaeton icon Ozuna were floated as potential performers. Despite the glittering guest list and potential star performances, one strict rule stands out: no mobile phones allowed. Guests attending Yamal’s birthday party will reportedly be required to leave their phones behind. The decision has been made to ensure complete privacy and to prevent photos or videos from leaking online.

The celebration holds added significance as it falls on the same day as the birthday of Nico Williams, a close friend of Yamal. However, it has not been confirmed whether the Athletic star will make his way to the grand event in Ibiza.

While Yamal’s Ibiza bash will dominate headlines, another momentous occasion is also set to follw, as Barcelona will officially hand him the iconic number 10 jersey, a shirt worn by legends such as Ronaldinho and Lionel Messi. After Ansu Fati’s departure on loan to AS Monaco, the jersey has been left without an owner. Now, the club’s leadership believes Yamal is the rightful heir to the shirt, given his meteoric rise from La Masia.

Amid all the excitement, Barcelona’s preparations for the 2025/26 season are well underway. The squad is expected to reconvene in July for pre-season training before embarking on a tour of Asia. Their La Liga title defence begins on August 17, with an opening match against Real Mallorca, and Yamal is expected to play a central role.