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July 17, 2025

Yamal Inherits Barça’s Iconic No.10 Jersey

Yamal Inherits Barça’s Iconic No.10 Jersey
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Eighteen-year-old prodigy Lamine Yamal has stepping into a legacy once worn by icons like Messi, Ronaldinho, and Maradona.

At a ceremony at Spotify Camp Nou, club president Joan Laporta presented the jersey to Yamal, who also extended his contract until 2031. 

Yamal, fresh from celebrating his 18th birthday, expressed his gratitude and ambition: “Messi has made his way, and I’m going to make mine... I’ll try to follow in their footsteps,” he said, adding he doesn’t feel pressure but motivation.

Quick Facts:

  • Yamal has signed a six-year contract, locking in until 2031 with a significant release clause.
     
  • He scored 18 goals and 25 assists this season, contributing to Barcelona’s LaLiga, Copa del Rey, and Supercopa victories.
     
  • His new jersey takes effect next season, following the departure of Ansu Fati on loan to Monaco.

Why It Matters:

  • The No. 10 shirt is one of the most sacred in the game of football- worn by players who were and are legends.
     
  • Yamal has already left his mark: he has record-breaking questions made, he has won Euros with Spain, and is now a first-team regular.
     
  • Yamal has not been distracted by off-field activities, despite this controversy (his hiring of entertainers with dwarfism on his birthday), Yamal has continued to cling to football.

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