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[Saba Sports News] Although La Liga club Barcelona has not yet officially announced the new owner of the number 10 jersey, the media and fans are almost certain that young star Lamine Yamal will take over the iconic number. Barcelona believes that Yamal’s number 10 jersey could break Lionel Messi’s record for jersey sales, potentially surpassing it by 20% to 25%. The club’s marketing department knows that once Yamal’s jersey number is officially confirmed, sales are expected to surge, especially if it’s number 10. Barcelona officials have stated that Yamal’s jersey may be the best-selling jersey in the club’s history. The number 10 jersey carries deep historical significance, worn by legends such as Diego Maradona, Ronaldinho, and Messi. If Yamal takes over the number 10, it means he becomes the new core of the team, and the prestige of the number will attract many fans to buy the jersey. Fans buying the jersey is not only a show of support for Yamal, but also a continuation of their love and respect for the 10-number legacy.