In a shocking incident on Wednesday evening, the father of Barcelona and Spain forward Lamine Yamal was stabbed, leading to the arrest of four individuals on charges of attempted murder. Mounir Nasraoui, aged 38, is currently in a stable condition at Can Ruti hospital in Badalona after undergoing medical treatment and remains under observation.

The incident took place in Mataro, a coastal town located approximately 30 kilometers northeast of Barcelona, in the Rocafonda neighborhood. Catalonia's police force, Mossos d'Esquadra, issued a statement confirming the stabbing, revealing that three individuals were arrested initially in connection with the crime. Later, a fourth person was also apprehended.

Mossos d'Esquadra stated, "Today at around 9.10 p.m., a person was stabbed in the Rocafonda neighborhood of Mataro. Three people have been arrested in connection with these events for attempted murder." The authorities are currently investigating the motives behind the attack and any potential connections between the defendants and the victim.

Mounir Nasraoui's son, Lamine Yamal, who is renowned for his performance as a forward, played a prominent role in Spain's successful European Championship campaign in 2024. At just 17 years old, Yamal showcased his skills, securing one goal and providing four assists over his seven appearances. His remarkable talent earned him the title of "Young Player of the Tournament."

Yamal, a product of Barcelona's prestigious La Masia academy, had a breakout season during the 2023-24 campaign. With 50 appearances in various competitions, he contributed seven goals and nine assists. Notably, he became Barcelona's youngest ever La Liga starter and the youngest goalscorer in the history of the league.

The incident has sent shockwaves through the football community and fans of Yamal and Barcelona. Messages of support and well-wishes have poured in for the young forward and his family during this distressing time. On Thursday, Nasraoui took to Instagram to share a brief update, expressing that he was "feeling better."

As investigations continue, the Barcelona and football community hope for a quick recovery for Mounir Nasraoui, while emphasizing the urgent need for safety and solidarity in and around the sport.