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Barcelona Auctions Iconic Memorabilia: Messi’s Locker Could Fetch $350,000

The club offers fans the chance to own historic items from Spotify Camp Nou in a unique auction event.

By Sebastián Hernadez

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Barcelona has launched an exclusive memorabilia auction, offering supporters a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire iconic items from the famed Spotify Camp Nou. This auction, which includes historic pieces of the stadium and player lockers, marks a major step in the club's efforts to engage with fans and create lasting connections to the club's storied history.

Among the most coveted items are the player lockers, particularly the locker once used by Lionel Messi, which still bears marks from his boots. This item, starting at a price of $350,000, is expected to be one of the highest sellers in the auction. Other notable pieces include the lockers of Gerard Piqué and Ronaldinho, as well as historic objects such as penalty spots, corner flags, and shields placed in front of the benches during iconic matches. The auction will also feature photographs of Barcelona’s victorious Champions League teams from different seasons, adding even more value to the memorabilia.

A Glimpse Into Barcelona's Rich History

Organized in collaboration with Goldin, the auction will kick off on January 23 and conclude on February 13. In addition to the player lockers, which hold significant sentimental value for Barcelona fans, the club has previously released other exclusive items, including original seats from the stadium, goalposts’ netting, and turf from the final match played at the Camp Nou. A particularly unique offering is a series of diamonds made from carbon extracted from the turf of that historic game.

Barcelona’s memorabilia auction follows in the footsteps of other major clubs, such as Real Madrid, who previously auctioned off iconic items from the old Santiago Bernabéu. This initiative not only allows fans to own a piece of football history but also highlights the growing trend of sports teams turning to memorabilia as a way to strengthen fan loyalty and generate revenue.

Top 10 Most Valuable Items in the Auction

  • Lionel Messi Locker: $350,000
  • Gerard Piqué Locker (including Diego Maradona’s and Pep Guardiola’s use): $200,000
  • Ronaldinho Locker: $100,000
  • Neymar Locker: $40,000
  • Gavi Locker: $23,000
  • Luis Suárez Locker: $20,000
  • Romario Locker: $20,000
  • Thierry Henry Locker: $20,000
  • Xavi Locker: $20,000
  • Ronald Araujo Locker: $15,000

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