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[Saba Sports News] Recently, Lamine Yamal’s father, Mounir Nasraoui, posted on social media expressing his hope that Barcelona would have better security and fewer thieves. In recent years, Barcelona has been under scrutiny for its growing crime problems, especially in tourist areas. According to data from the first half of 2024, overall crime rates in the city have risen compared to the same period last year. Theft and street robbery are the two main issues. Data shows that over 20 thefts occur every hour in Barcelona, making it one of the cities with the highest rates of theft in Europe. Additionally, the number of violent robberies has also increased, particularly in the city center and crowded areas. Although the police have taken several measures, such as increasing patrols and cracking down on organized crime groups, solving the problem fundamentally remains a challenge. Additionally, Mounir Nasraoui mentioned his son’s rumored girlfriend, Nicki Nicole: “I don’t know who she is. I don’t even know what she looks like. I can’t tell you if they’re dating. I listen to American music, not local music. I really don’t know, because I don’t get involved in that area.”