SPICY NEWS: “New Signings Choose Squad Numbers for FIFA Club World Cup.
As the highly anticipated FIFA Club World Cup approaches, participating clubs have finalized their squads, with several new signings officially selecting their shirt numbers for the tournament. The competition, set to take place in the United States, will feature some of the world’s top teams, each bolstered by recent arrivals aiming to make an immediate impact.
One of the headline moves came from Real Madrid, who confirmed that new signing Trent Alexander-Arnold will wear the number 12 shirt for the tournament. The England international made a surprise switch from Liverpool, with the Spanish giants capitalizing on a special transfer window permitted by FIFA from June 1 to June 10. Alexander-Arnold’s inclusion adds significant depth and experience to Real Madrid’s defense as they chase yet another global title.
Also joining Madrid’s squad is Dean Huijsen, a young central defender who previously played for Bournemouth. He has been allocated the number 24 jersey and is expected to serve as a rotational option in a packed fixture schedule. The club has registered a full 34-man squad, emphasizing their intention to compete on all fronts.
Elsewhere, Brazilian club Botafogo confirmed the signing of Argentine forward Joaquín Correa, who will don the number 30 shirt. Correa, who joined on a free transfer from Inter Milan, brings international pedigree to the squad and is likely to be a key figure in Botafogo’s campaign in Group B, where they face tough competition from PSG, Atletico Madrid, and Seattle Sounders.
This year’s Club World Cup features an expanded format, giving teams more flexibility to register players and reinforce their squads. FIFA’s decision to allow a limited transfer window ahead of the tournament has enabled clubs to bring in reinforcements without breaching registration rules. It’s a unique opportunity for new signings to make their mark on the global stage right after arriving.
With fresh talent ready to wear their newly chosen numbers, anticipation continues to build. Fans are eager to see how these new additions blend into their respective teams and whether they can influence the outcome of one of football’s most prestigious international club competitions.
As the first whistle nears, all eyes will be on the debutants looking to shine in new colors and numbers.