FC Barcelona has officially confirmed that teenage sensation Lamine Yamal will wear the iconic No. 10 jersey starting this season, marking a new chapter in the club’s proud legacy of homegrown talents. The announcement was made on the same day Yamal turned 18 years old, alongside news of his long-term contract extension until 2031.
The La Masia graduate takes over one of the most prestigious shirt numbers in football history, previously worn by legends such as Diego Maradona, Romário, Rivaldo, Ronaldinho, and most famously, Lionel Messi, who wore the number for over a decade before his departure in 2021. The No. 10 had remained unused since Ansu Fati—who inherited it post-Messi—was loaned to AS Monaco for the 2024/25 season.
Yamal, who previously wore No. 27 and later No. 19, will now begin his first full season as a permanent first-team starter with a number that signals both trust and expectation.
“Handing Yamal the No. 10 is more than just a number change—it’s a statement about Barcelona’s belief in its youth system and the incredible potential this young man has shown,” said a club spokesperson.
Barcelona also confirmed that Yamal has signed a new contract running until 2031, which includes a release clause of over €1 billion, effectively tying down one of world football’s brightest prospects amid increasing interest from top European clubs.
The 18-year-old winger was a revelation for the Catalan giants last season and further enhanced his reputation with standout performances for Spain at Euro 2024, where he impressed fans and pundits alike with his creativity, maturity, and flair.
Yamal’s promotion to the No. 10 jersey symbolizes a renewal of Barcelona’s identity—one built around La Masia talent, attacking football, and a deep-rooted connection between the fans and the players.
With this move, Barça not only honors its tradition but places its future firmly on the shoulders of one of the most exciting young footballers in the world today.
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