Yamal has only just turned 18 and so is almost a full decade younger than Rashford, who will be 28 at his next birthday on October 31. But Rashford still knows what it is like to make an impact, albeit not as big, at a young age given his breakthrough as an 18-year-old at Manchester United.

What seemed like a summer setback is now suddenly back on track — but not without unresolved questions. Just when it seemed like Barcelona’s pre-season tour had fallen apart, the story took another dramatic turn.