Eric García respects Ronald Araújo by not taking no. 4 jersey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Eric García of Barcelona stated he refrained from taking the no.4 jersey for the upcoming season to honor Ronald Araújo, his former teammate who is currently on loan at Liverpool. Araújo's departure this summer included a purchase clause, allowing a potential permanent transfer. García emphasized that if Araújo's return is successful, the number should remain with him. Previously, Araújo secured a spot at Liverpool following his surprise exit from Barcelona.
- •Eric García played for Barcelona.
- •García declined the no.4 jersey out of respect for Ronald Araújo.
- •Araújo is on loan at Liverpool this season.
- •A purchase clause is included in Araújo's loan agreement.
- •García expressed hope for Araújo's eventual return.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona star admits he didn’t take new jersey number ‘out of respect’ for on-loan teammate
"Barcelona star Eric García has revealed that he did not take the no.4 jersey in Hansi Flick’s squad for the season ahead as a sign of respect for former teammate Ronald Araújo.Stopper Araújo of c...
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