Asensio to take over Real Madrid No.11 shirt after Bale’s departure

Marco Asensio is in line to inherit to the No.11 shirt at Real Madrid after Gareth Bale’s transfer to Tottenham Hotspur is done, as per Cope.

Vinicius Jr is also interested in taking over the famous number but is unlikely to get it due to his age and Asensio’s seniority in the squad.

Moreover, the Brazilian cannot change his shirt number once he plays in the season opener against Real Sociedad due to La Liga rules.

The Spaniard is expected to heavily feature for Madrid in the right-wing position after he regains full fitness this season.

The No.11 shirt was made famous by legendary striker Francisco Gento at Madrid and Asensio will definitely have a lot of pressure on his shoulders to live up to the reputation of the shirt.