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Contrary to popular assumption, the legendary Johan Cruyff never wore his signature No. 14 shirt for Barcelona. The Ajax icon was given No. 9 during his spell in Catalonia. Cruyff’s less heralded son, Jordi, did get a run out for Barcelona with 14, though.
The standout moment from the presentation was the announcement that Rashford will wear the iconic number 14 jersey, famously worn by Johan Cruyff and Thierry Henry. "I know the history behind this number. I feel a huge responsibility. I'm honoured to wear it, as Cruyff and Henry did," he said, with Henry being one of his childhood idols.
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Marcus Rashford says his choice to move to Barcelona "was easy," after completing a season-long loan to the La Liga club from Manchester United.
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