- Model: Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite
- Player: Cristiano Ronaldo
- Condition: Match issued
- Season: 2024/25
- Size: UK8.5/US9.5
- Soleplate: SG-Pro
- Made in: Bosnia
- Headline Features:
- Ultra-rare, match-issued pair of Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite for one of football’s all-time greats, 5x Ballon d'Or winner, Cristiano Ronaldo.
- Prepared for Cristiano Ronaldo during the 2024/25 season with Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League & with the Portugal national team in the UEFA Nations League.
- Personalised with the iconic CR7 branding & Portugal flag on the lateral sides.
- Children’s names inscribed: Right boot – Eva Maria, Alana Martina, Bella; Left boot – Mateo, Cris Jr.
- Unique player modifications: Extra heel padding, raised heel height (+11mm), custom 11mm stud length across all SG studs.
- This is the first Vapor model of the Mercurial silo Ronaldo has worn since 2013.
- A rare, investment-grade match-issued Ronaldo piece.
- Authenticity guaranteed with BC Boots UK Certification Package.
- Player Features & Provenance
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Match Issued: Created for Ronaldo’s use in Saudi Pro League & UEFA Nations League fixtures with Al-Nassr & Portugal, 2024/25 season.
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Personalisation:
- Lateral side: CR7 logo and Portugal flag.
- Right boot medial: Names of daughters Eva Maria, Alana Martina, Bella.
- Left boot medial: Names of sons Mateo, Cris Jr.
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Custom Construction:
- Heel area raised by approximately 11mm compared to retail versions.
- Custom stud setup: 11mm studs throughout, diverging from retail spec (13mm in heels).
- Toe box areas raised in height considerably over the retail specifications.
- Larger internal volume to accomodate Ronaldo's foot shape.
- Custom foot last (mould) ID number written inside each boot.
- Collector & Investment Significance
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Player Exclusive Build: Entirely distinct from commercial releases, bespoke tailored specifically for Ronaldo.
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Personalisation Depth: Family names – an intimate, personal detail.
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Scarcity Value: Match-issued items from Ronaldo, even unworn, are highly desirable given his status as one of the greatest players of all time.
- This was the first Vapor model of the Mercurial silo Ronaldo has worn since 2013.
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Investment Appeal: Ronaldo memorabilia remains among the most secure blue-chip assets in football collecting, with issued pairs representing an accessible entry into his match-preparation history.
