John Terry sells Cristiano Ronaldo Man United shirt for eye-watering figure

Former England and Chelsea defender John Terry recently auctioned off a significant collection of football memorabilia, raising over £500,000 for charity. The auction, facilitated by international auctioneers Goldin, included items from his own career as well as jerseys from some of football’s biggest names.

A Collection of Champions

Terry, who won five Premier League titles, five FA Cups and one Champions League title during his storied career, consigned the collection to benefit the John Terry Foundation. The auction featured not only opponent’s shirts but also match-worn kits from his own finals appearances, along with replicas of trophies, shin-pads, and captain’s armbands.

Did You Know? A Barcelona away shirt worn by Lionel Messi during a Champions League match against Chelsea sold for $183,000 (£133,000), making it the fourth most expensive football shirt ever sold.

Record-Breaking Sales

The auction broke several records for the highest prices paid for specific players’ jerseys. A Cristiano Ronaldo Manchester United shirt sold for $115,900 (£84,000), representing one of the highest prices ever achieved for a shirt worn by the Portuguese winger. Thierry Henry’s Arsenal shirt from the club’s “Invincibles” season fetched $98,820 (£72,500), the highest price ever paid for a shirt worn by the French striker.

Expert Insight: The high prices realized in this auction demonstrate the enduring appeal of football memorabilia and the strong connection fans feel to iconic players and moments in the sport. The charitable aspect of the sale likely further incentivized bidding, adding to the impressive final totals.

Further Highlights

Other notable sales included a gold Juventus jersey worn by Gianluigi Buffon for $22,265 (£16,000), the highest price for one of his shirts. Shirts worn by opponents such as Paulo Maldini, Steven Gerrard, Ashley Cole, Frank Lampard, and Rio Ferdinand also sold for up to $12,200 (£8,800) each. A replica Premier League trophy presented to Terry sold for $24,400 (£17,700), and a shirt he wore during a Champions League match against Barcelona sold for $26,840 (£18,000).

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the total amount raised from the auction?

The auction garnered a total of nearly $700,000 (£508,000).

Which shirt fetched the highest price at the auction?

A Barcelona away shirt worn by Lionel Messi during a Champions League match against Chelsea sold for $183,000 (£133,000).

Where will the proceeds from the auction go?

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the John Terry Foundation.

Given the success of this auction, do you think we’ll see more high-profile players donating memorabilia to charitable causes in the future?