Barcelona promotes Xavi Espart to first team and changes jersey number
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 7:40 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Barcelona has decided to promote defender Xavi Espart to the first team following his impressive performance in the season opener against Elche. The 19-year-old started as a left-back, contributed defensively, and provided an assist. He previously wore jersey number 36 and will now wear number 12 in La Liga. This promotion comes as a reward for his recent exploits, signaling the club's confidence in his abilities.
- •Xavi Espart earns first-team promotion after strong performance against Elche.
- •Espart provided an assist in his surprise starting role.
- •He will switch from jersey number 36 to 12.
- •This decision indicates Barcelona's investment in youth development.
- 7:40 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona youngster to be handed permanent first-team promotion & new jersey number
"La Liga giants Barcelona are ready to reward youngster Xavi Espart for his recent exploits. This comes amid the understanding that the defender will imminently be afforded a permanent first-team place...
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