- Model: Nike T90 Laser III
- Player: Paul Scholes
- Condition: Match Worn
- Season: 2010/11
- Size: No size labels, measured to be UK8.5/US9.5
- Soleplate: SG (Custom — Total 90 Zoom Air)
- Made in: Montebelluna, Italy (Nike Athlete Services)
- Headline Features:
- Ultra-rare Nike T90 Laser III match worn by Manchester United legend Paul Scholes.
- Worn during the 2010/11 Barclays Premier League and UEFA Champions League campaigns.
- This was a Premier League title-winning season for United, with Scholes playing a pivotal role under Sir Alex Ferguson.
- Specially custom made to measure in Nike’s Montebelluna Athlete Services facility, crafted to Scholes’ exact foot shape and specifications.
- Player Features & Customisations:
- Personalised embroidery on the lateral upper of each boot reading ‘SCHOLES 18’, including initials and squad number.
- Custom carbon fibre plate built into each boot for reinforcement and structural support.
- Custom 6-stud SG soleplate derived from the Nike Total 90 Zoom Air (2005/06), featuring black plastic studs with aluminium tips — player issue only configuration.
- No internal size labels due to the bespoke nature; the custom foot last ID number is hand-inscribed by the Montebelluna craftsmen.
- Elite-Level Structural Modifications:
- Carbon fibre reinforcement for additional strength and support in striking and pivoting.
- Custom SG studs optimised for Premier League pitch conditions and Scholes’ unique playing style.
- Historical Significance:
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Match Provenance: Worn in top-flight Premier League and UEFA Champions League matches during a title-winning season.
- A rare piece representing one of England’s finest midfielders, capturing Scholes at the peak of his legendary Manchester United career.
- Collector & Investment Significance:
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Museum-Level Scarcity: Player-worn Nike T90 Laser III boots from Paul Scholes are exceptionally rare on the secondary market.
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Investment Potential: Fully verified with the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, offering provenance and long-term collector value.
- A must-have for Manchester United and Premier League memorabilia collectors, representing one of the game’s all-time midfield greats.
