Lamine Yamal has revealed that he is ready to fill the boots of greats like Lionel Messi and Ronaldinho, who previously wore the number 10 jersey.
In the illustrious history of FC Barcelona, the iconic number 10 jersey holds a special place, having been adorned by legendary players like Lionel Messi. Now, amidst discussions about who will inherit the prestigious number, a young talent has emerged as a frontrunner: Lamine Yamal.
At just 16 years old, Lamine Yamal has already made a name for himself as one of Barcelona’s standout players. Despite his young age, Yamal has been making waves with his exceptional talent and performances, earning him recognition as one of the Catalan giants’ most promising prospects.
The vacant No.10 jersey
With the departure of Ansu Fati, the iconic number 10 jersey at Barcelona remains vacant for the upcoming season.
Fati, who previously wore the prestigious number, left to join Brighton and Hove Albion on loan at the start of the current season, leaving the door open for a new player to inherit the coveted jersey.
Yamal’s ambition
In an interview with MD, Lamine Yamal expressed his desire to don the number 10 jersey for Barcelona in the future. He said, “As you said, Ansu is the number 10 but if in the end he is not still here, it would be a source of pride. It would be a dream for any child to be Barcelona’s number 10. Nobody in this world would say no, but it’s something that the club has to manage.”
For Yamal, inheriting Messi’s iconic No.10 jersey represents not only a personal achievement but also a symbol of his aspirations and ambitions as a footballer. He emphasized, “It would be a dream for any child to be Barcelona’s number 10.”
Final decision in Barcelona’s hands
While Yamal dreams of wearing the No.10 jersey, he recognizes that the decision ultimately lies with the club management.
As Barcelona navigates through its transitional phase, the allocation of jersey numbers and the development of young talents like Yamal will be carefully managed by the club to ensure their continued growth and success on the field.
