FC Barcelone : Fermín López passe son numéro 16 à Rodri et exprime sa tristesse
Just days before the official start of the season, Fermín López spoke about the numerous changes at FC Barcelona. The Spanish midfielder discussed his new number and the arrival of Rodri, whom he considers one of the Catalan team's major reinforcements.
Barça will begin their La Liga campaign next Sunday with an away match against Elche at the Martínez Valero Stadium. This game should also mark the official debuts of several new Barça signings, including Adeyemi, Rodri, and João Cancelo.
Among the most symbolic changes is that concerning Fermín López. The midfielder will relinquish his number 16, now reserved for Rodri, and take over the number 7, left vacant after Ferran Torres' departure.
Fermín welcomes this change with enthusiasm, even though he admits to feeling a pang of sadness at leaving his old number.
“Number 7 is a number I’ve always loved and that great players have worn throughout the club’s history. Since it was available, I asked for it and I’m very happy to have it. I did feel a certain sadness leaving number 16, though, because I really enjoyed it during my first seasons with the first team. But I’m sure it will be in good hands,” he explained in an interview with Diari Ara.
Fermín Lopez then spoke highly of Rodri. The two players already know each other, having played together for the Spanish national team. According to the Barcelona player, the new Barça midfielder possesses all the qualities to quickly establish himself.
“He is an exceptional player, Ballon d’Or winner and world champion. I had the chance to play with him in the national team and, for me, he is the best player in his position. He will bring us a lot,” said Fermín Lopez.
Rodri's switch from number 16 thus appears symbolic of the new hierarchy emerging within Barça. For his part, Fermín López now hopes to reach a new level in the Blaugrana jersey, wearing the prestigious number 7.
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