5 Key Takeaways
- Lamine Yamal hints he’s set to inherit Barcelona’s legendary No. 10 shirt
- Ansu Fati’s expected loan move paves the way for Yamal to take the number
- Club plans to officially announce the change around Yamal’s 18th birthday on July 13
- Yamal has signed a new long-term contract through 2031 with a €1 billion release clause
- The No. 10 shirt signals Yamal’s emergence as Barcelona’s next franchise star
Signs Point to Yamal Becoming Barca’s Next No. 10
Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has all but confirmed he’s taking over the club’s iconic No. 10 shirt. A recent social media post, showing Maradona in the same jersey, strongly suggests that Yamal is ready to step into the shirt once worn by Messi and Ronaldinho.
Fati’s Exit Opens the Door
With Ansu Fati reportedly heading out on loan, the No. 10 shirt becomes available. Club insiders say Yamal is the natural heir—not just by talent, but also by attitude and trajectory within the squad. He currently wears No. 19 but that’s about to change.
Birthday Reveal and Kit Launch Incoming
Barcelona plan to unveil Yamal’s new squad number alongside the launch of their upcoming kit. The timing aligns perfectly with his 18th birthday on July 13, creating the perfect platform for a symbolic generational shift.
Barça’s Long-Term Vision for Yamal
Having already signed a deal through 2031, with a staggering €1 billion release clause, Yamal is central to Barcelona’s future. Assigning him the No. 10 shirt is both a commercial and sporting signal of where the club is heading.
Carrying the Torch of Greatness
From Messi to Maradona, the No. 10 shirt at Barcelona has carried immense weight. Now, Yamal looks ready to take on that legacy—bringing creativity, flair, and maturity far beyond his age to the heart of Camp Nou.
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