Will he get the No 10? HSV reveal Vieira shirt mystery | OneFootball

Every fan’s dream came true on Deadline Day: Fabio Vieira will also play for HSV this season.

What’s more, the Portuguese player, who was only on loan last season, signed a long-term contract until 2030. In the best-case scenario, he will delight the Volkspark with his footballing artistry for many years to come. Speaking of football artistry: in the wake of Vieira’s signing, numerous HSV supporters hoped he would be given the number 10 shirt. Various users announced on social media that they wanted to order a jersey with the traditional playmaker’s number.

But there is one problem: that number is already taken by Immanuel Pherai. The 25-year-old, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Elversberg, was given the number 10 when he arrived at HSV in the summer of 2023. However, since Pherai, who has largely fallen out of the sporting plans, had long been considered a strong candidate to leave, many fans were hoping his number would become available.

In fact, a move for the midfielder is still possible. In some European countries, the transfer window is still open. However, a quick decision does not appear to be imminent. And with Vieira’s first appearance of the season against 1. FSV Mainz 05 (Sunday, 3:30 p.m.) drawing closer, a decision had to be made.

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HSV makes Vieira decision official

So on Friday lunchtime, the Rothosen announced their decision: Vieira will wear the number 20 during the 2026/27 season. The 26-year-old already wore that number during his loan spell. “The 20 stays!” the club announced عبر its social media channels. The shirt is now available in the shop.

Recently, rumors had been circulating that Vieira could also take over the number 8 from Daniel Elfadli. The center-back left HSV on Wednesday and joined Austrian double winners LASK on loan.

But Vieira stayed loyal to last season’s number. So when Mainz visit the Volksparkstadion, the spectators will see a familiar sight. The small but crucial difference: from now on, Vieira is a permanent HSV player.

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