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Barcelona announces squad numbers for new signings ahead of La Liga opener

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Barcelona announces squad numbers for new signings ahead of La Liga opener

Summary

FC Barcelona has confirmed the squad numbers for its new signings, including Rodri (#16), Anthony Gordon (#17), and Karim Adeyemi (#14), ahead of their La Liga match against Elche this Sunday. With the registrations reported successful, Andreas Christensen will wear #15 following a new contract. João Cancelo is anticipated to wear #2, while new signing Jesse Bisiwu will have a B team number. Fermín López has switched to #7 after giving up #16, which he stated held special significance for him.

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Key Details

•Barcelona faces Elche in their first La Liga match on Sunday.
•Rodri, Gordon, and Adeyemi are officially registered with assigned squad numbers.
•Fermín López has taken over the #7 jersey previously worn by Ferran Torres.
•João Cancelo's number remains unconfirmed but expected to be #2.
•The team's recent financial management appears to have improved.

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