Lamine Yamal has disclosed his readiness to step into the shoes of footballing legends like Lionel Messi and Ronaldinho, who previously sported Barcelona’s iconic number 10 jersey.
In the esteemed annals of FC Barcelona, the illustrious number 10 jersey holds a revered status, having been graced by iconic figures such as Lionel Messi. Now, amid deliberations on who will inherit this prestigious number, a young prodigy has emerged as a leading contender: Lamine Yamal.
At a mere 16 years of age, Lamine Yamal has already etched his name as one of Barcelona’s standout talents. Despite his tender years, Yamal has garnered attention for his remarkable skill and performances, earning plaudits as one of the club’s most promising prospects.
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The Vacant No.10 Jersey
Following the departure of Ansu Fati, Barcelona’s cherished number 10 jersey stands unclaimed for the forthcoming season. Fati, formerly adorned with this revered number, embarked on a loan spell with Brighton and Hove Albion at the onset of the current campaign, paving the way for a new torchbearer to assume this coveted mantle.
Yamal’s Ambition
In an interview with MD, Lamine Yamal articulated his aspiration to don Barcelona’s number 10 jersey in the future. He remarked, “As you mentioned, Ansu currently wears the number 10, but if he departs, it would be a tremendous honor. It’s a dream for any youngster to wear Barcelona’s number 10. No one in the world would decline such an opportunity, but it’s a decision for the club to make.”
For Yamal, inheriting Messi’s revered No.10 jersey symbolizes not only a personal triumph but also a manifestation of his aspirations and ambitions as a footballer. He underscored, “It’s every child’s dream to don Barcelona’s number 10 jersey.”
Final Decision Rests with Barcelona
While Yamal harbors aspirations of donning the No.10 jersey, he acknowledges that the ultimate decision rests with the club’s hierarchy.
As Barcelona traverses a transitional phase, the allocation of jersey numbers and the nurturing of burgeoning talents like Yamal will be meticulously overseen by the club to ensure their sustained development and prosperity on the pitch.