FC Cincinnati's Dilemma: Neymar's Shirt Number Predicament

FC Cincinnati's Dilemma: Neymar's Shirt Number Predicament

FC Cincinnati may face a complex situation if Neymar were to join the MLS team, as his usual shirt numbers are already taken. While talks of Neymar signing with FC Cincinnati are still in the early stages, significant changes would be necessary to accommodate him. The team would need to make adjustments to fit him in, potentially moving one of the Designated Players and rearranging shirt numbers, as Neymar's preferred numbers 10, 11, and 12 are already assigned.

If Neymar were to join FC Cincinnati, he might consider wearing the number 11 jersey, which he wore during his time at Barcelona and part of his tenure at PSG. However, this number is currently assigned to Samuel Gidi, a non-DP player on the team. Gidi has predominantly worn the number 11 throughout his career, except for a brief period with MSK Zilina B in Slovakia where he wore the number 8. Internationally, he sported the number 22 while playing for Slovakia's U-21 men's national team.

Another option for Neymar could be the number 12 jersey, which he briefly wore in a Coupe de France match for PSG in 2020. However, this number is currently held by USMNT center back Miles Robinson, who is reportedly one of the highest-paid defenders in MLS. Should FC Cincinnati decide to keep both Evander and Miles Robinson as Designated Players, they would need to find a solution for Neymar's preferred shirt number.