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Lamine Yamal snubs Messi’s No. 10 shirt for another

Lamine Yamal has reportedly selected a new squad number at Barcelona, opting not to inherit Lionel Messi’s iconic No. 10 jersey.

Barcelona has officially promoted Yamal and Pau Cubarsi to the first-team squad for La Liga after their breakthrough performances in the 2023/24 season.

With this promotion comes the privilege of choosing new kit numbers, a significant milestone in any footballer’s career.

According to Jijantes, Yamal has decided on the No. 19 shirt for the upcoming season, amidst much speculation about whether he would take on Messi’s famous number.

Initially, there were suggestions that Yamal might opt for the No. 17 shirt, recently vacated by Marcos Alonso, who wore No. 27 the previous season.

However, he has surprised many by choosing No. 19, a number he recently wore while representing Spain at UEFA Euro 2024.

The No. 19 jersey holds its own legacy at FC Barcelona, having been worn by notable players such as Franck Kessie, who departed last season, as well as Ferran Torres and Sergio Aguero.

Even Lionel Messi himself wore the No. 19 from 2005 to 2008 before adopting the iconic No. 10.

Another Barcelona legend, Patrick Kluivert, also sported the number during the 1998/99 season.

Yamal’s decision to select this number links him to a history of significant players while allowing him to establish his own identity within the club.

Yamal’s ascent has been remarkable, setting multiple records for his club during the 2023/24 season.

His recent standout performances in Euro 2024, where he played a pivotal role in Spain’s fourth European championship victory, have solidified his status as one of Barcelona’s key players.

However, he will miss Barcelona’s pre-season tour as he takes a well-deserved break following the conclusion of the European championship.

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