We are close to witnessing a moment that will surely become a historical milestone in football. Next March, the auction of the napkin that marked the beginning of the legend of Lionel Messi at FC Barcelona will take place.
More than two decades ago, in December 2000, Messi, at just 13 years old, wrote his commitment to Barça on a napkin. A relic that was a silent witness to a crucial moment, where the signatures of Carles Rexach and Josep Maria Minguella also appear.
Kept in a safe under the watchful eye of Horacio Gaggioli, Messi's representative at the time, the napkin must have been a treasure for the FC Barcelona museum. However, and to everyone's surprise, it is finally heading to an auction, sparking the interest of collectors and fans.
This napkin is not just paper; It is a symbol of commitment in uncertain times. He marked Messi's path to victory and contributed to the transformation of FC Barcelona, inspiring epic moments in world football.
At Onerzia, we will be attentive to how this story ends. It surprises us how an everyday object is able to become an icon and generate so much expectation. But it is no wonder since its estimated sale price is expected to be between 300,000 and 500,000 pounds, a figure that could even reach 600,000 euros.
With the auction date approaching, we can't help but wonder: who will be the lucky one to take home this unique piece of football history?