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No ceiling for Yamal as he follows Messi's footsteps

Barcelona's Spanish forward Lamine Yamal attends the presentation of his new #10 jersey at the Camp Nou stadium's shop on July 16, 2025 in Barcelona. [AFP]

Three days after turning 18, Lamine Yamal received the most special gift of all -- Barcelona's iconic number 10 shirt.

Although the gifted teenage winger has eschewed comparisons to all-time Barca great Lionel Messi, he has followed in the Argentine's footsteps by taking the number 10, also worn by Diego Maradona and Ronaldinho among other historic Barca stars.

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