With luka modric leaves, a living legend Departs Real Madrid. The Search for his Sporting Successor is not the only exciting Question that arises now.
Luka Modric’s departure is official, and now the question arises: who will get his jersey number at Real Madrid? The Croatian wore it for over eight years, but he will leave the club after a total of 13 years next season.
Thus, the number 10 becomes available – Kylian Mbappé is considered a top candidate. The 2018 World Champion currently wears number 9, but it was supposedly clear from the beginning that this would only be a temporary back number.
He already wears the number 10 on his jersey in the national team. At PSG, he had the number 7, which currently belongs to Vinícius Júnior at Real. Cristiano Ronaldo, who is known to be Mbappé’s idol, also changed his back number after one season at Real, taking over the 7 from icon Raúl after the 9.
Will Bellingham Take Over his Back Number?
Zidane or Modric?
Another candidate for the 10 would be Jude Bellingham. He also already wears this number in the national team. At the Spanish record champions, he has worn the number 5 on his jersey from the beginning, which also has legendary status thanks to Zinédine Zidane.
However, it is assumed that he was given the Zidane back number for tactical reasons. The Englishman is supposed to step into Zidane’s role and shape the game.
Another possibility would be for youngster Arda Güler to take over the number. The Turkish shooting star has been able to prove, especially in recent weeks, how important he is and what potential he has.
Number 10 for new signing?
It is also possible, however, that a new top player could move to Real Madrid for the new season. Xabi Alonso will succeed Ancelotti, and according to rumors, he wants to take Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz with him to Madrid.
Because the Royal Whites also have great interest in the 22-year-old. He already wears the number 10 at Leverkusen and would certainly like to wear it at a possible new club.