Copa del Rey final: Lamine Yamal has a surprise for Real Madrid - Barcelona coach Hansi Flick

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has teased a "special surprise" from Lamine Yamal when the team faces Real Madrid in the 2025 Copa del Rey Final on Saturday night.

Flick expressed confidence in the 17-year-old's readiness for the big game.

"Yamal's an incredible player for his age, and I think he's prepared very well for tomorrow. You’ll be surprised in training, he has a special surprise for you," Flick hinted.

Speculation surrounds Yamal's surprise, with many believing it might be a new haircut, given his recent appearances wearing a hat.

Fans are eagerly awaiting Yamal's performance on the pitch and his potential style reveal.

The Copa del Rey final promises to be an exciting matchup, with Yamal's skills and Flick's tactical approach likely to play a major role in Barcelona's strategy against Real Madrid.

Meanwhile, several reports have it that Real Madrid are planning to boycott the final over referee controversy.

However, Real Madrid has rejected reports that they considered boycotting the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona due to refereeing controversy. 

The club released a statement emphasising their commitment to the values of football.

"In light of the rumours that have emerged in recent hours, Real Madrid CF announces that our team has never considered withdrawing from today's final," the statement read.

The controversy began when Madrid's TV network criticized referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea, prompting VAR official Pablo Gonzalez Fuertes to warn of "consequences" for Madrid's actions.

Real Madrid's statement highlighted their respect for fans and the sport, saying, "Real Madrid believes that the values of football must prevail, despite the hostility and animosity that have been manifested once again today against our club by the referees appointed for the final."

The final may also mark the potential end of Carlo Ancelotti's tenure as Madrid manager, with reports suggesting he could be relieved of his duties after the match.