It was recently confirmed by the president of Santos Football Club, Andres Rueda, that no player will wear Pelé’s iconic number 10 jersey until the team returns to the Serie A. The news comes as a surprise to many, as the number 10 jersey has been a symbol of Santos’ greatness since Pelé first wore it in 1956.
Pelé is widely considered to be one of the greatest footballers of all time, and his legacy with Santos is undeniable. He won three World Cups with Brazil, and scored over 600 goals for Santos during his time with the club. The number 10 jersey has been retired since Pelé’s retirement in 1977, and it is a sign of respect to the legendary footballer.
Rueda said that the decision was made to honor Pelé and his legacy with the club. He added that the number 10 jersey will remain retired until Santos returns to the Serie A. The club has been relegated from the top division twice in recent years, and is currently in the second division.
The news has been met with mixed reactions from fans. Some are happy that the club is honoring Pelé’s legacy, while others feel that the decision is unfair to current players who could benefit from wearing the iconic jersey.
Regardless of opinion, it is clear that Santos Football Club is dedicated to honoring Pelé and his legacy with the club. Until Santos returns to Serie A, no player will wear the number 10 jersey in his honor.
