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The conversation shifted to how different clubs treat iconic jerseys. For clubs like Santos and São Paulo, the number 10 can hold a different weight. The narrative surrounding a player wearing that number can often vary. Notably, BAP pointed out that while there have been many illustrious players who wore the 10 for São Paulo, its iconic status doesn't seem to resonate in quite the same way.
He drew comparisons to football in Europe, where numbers are often symbolic yet do not carry the same cultural baggage. He cited experiences among players he played with, emphasizing how the number often lost its significance when not attached to an individual’s legacy, which illustrates the emotional complexities athletes endure over their jersey numbers.