A Spanish government official has called for an investigation into Barcelona star Lamine Yamal’s 18th birthday party after a prominent disability activist group said organizers of the event hired people with dwarfism “solely for entertainment and attractions” in contravention of Spanish law.

Lamine Yamal is facing backlash for allegedly hiring people with dwarfism as entertainers at his 18th birthday party

Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal could be hit with a government probe over his 18th birthday party, which was held in Spain on Sunday and attended by team-mates and influencers

Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal turned 18 on July 13, and the night before, he celebrated his birthday in style, hosting an exclusive party in Barcelona with his closest family and friends from all