Because of the players who have worn them, nearly every top club in the world has one or more jersey numbers that are iconic to their organization. It is ranked #10 for Barcelona, #7 for Manchester United, and #7 for Real Madrid.
That jersey has previously been worn by players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Raul, Juanito, and Kopa, who all set astounding records and accomplished legendary feats in club and sport history.
Though it has undoubtedly experienced better times than the past five or so years. Since Ronaldo left the team in 2018, Mariano Diaz and then Eden Hazard have worn the number 7. They could be on their way out as early as this summer because neither of them has lived up to its weight and their transfers.
Therefore, Vinicius Jr. has been given the shirt by Real Madrid. The Brazilian, who has been one of the best wingers in the world over the past two seasons, is currently sporting the #20 and doesn’t appear to be planning to switch it.
Vinicius has reportedly turned down Real Madrid’s offer to wear the number 7 next season, according to reports from ESPN Brazil that were passed along by OneFootball.
Such uniforms have a tremendous amount of weight behind them when they are worn by a megastar like Ronaldo. After the Portuguese left the team, United experienced the same thing. In ꜰᴀᴄᴛ, it could be argued that, aside from Edinson Cavani, there hasn’t been a successful replacement found at Old Trafford.
The same is true of Ansu Fati’s courageous decision to wear Lionel Messi’s #10 Barcelona jersey. The Spaniard, who was destined for extraordinary success, has fallen in the standings this season and now appears to be a shell of his former self.
Therefore, it comes as no sᴜʀᴘʀɪsᴇthat Vinicius might have already declined the opportunity to take on such a significant responsibility. As of now, anyway.
How long will Real Madrid’s Thibaut Courtois be out due to his ɪɴᴊᴜʀʏ?
Thibaut Courtois, the goalkeeper for Real Madrid, has been removed from the Belgium squad due to groin ᴘᴀɪɴ, according to his national team.
Belgium reported on Sunday that Thibaut had returned to Real Madrid as a precaution due to a minor adductor strain.
The 3-0 victory over Sweden by Belgium in Euro 2024 qualifying on Friday was completed by Courtois, who will now miss Tuesday’s friendly matchup with Germany for Les Diables Rouges.
Real Madrid preparing for crucial games in April
The 30-year-ɪɴᴊᴜʀʏold’s is bad news for Madrid because they have important games coming up. On April 5, Los Blancos play Barcelona in the second leg of their Copa del Rey semifinal matchup (the Blaugrana are up 1-0 from the first leg), then play Chelsea in the quarterfinals of the Champions League.
On April 12, Madrid will host the Blues in the first leg of the round of eight, with the second leg taking place at Stamford Bridge six days later.
Courtois to have tests on ɪɴᴊᴜʀʏon return to Spain
Even though Belgium claims the ɪɴᴊᴜʀʏ is not serious, it is currently unknown how long Courtois will likely need to recover.
Madrid’s medical staff will examine the goalkeeper once he returns to the Spanish capital to determine the precise nature of the issue.
The next match for the LaLiga champions of Spain and Europe will take place on Saturday, April 2, at home against Real Valladolid.
