- Model: Adidas AdiPure II
- Player: Gareth Barry
- Condition: Match Issued
- Season: 2008/09
- Size: UK8.75/US9.25
- Soleplate: SG (Custom — XTRX F50+)
- Made in: Germany (MTM Sample)
- Headline Features:
- Ultra-rare Adidas AdiPure II match issued to retired English midfield legend, Gareth Barry.
- Issued during the 2008/09 Barclays Premier League season for Aston Villa FC and for the England national team.
- Custom made to measure (MTM) sample crafted in Germany, representing a rare, player-exclusive design.
- Constructed from ultra-soft premium leather, far superior in quality to the retail version.
- Custom XTRX Hybrid SG soleplate lifted from the 2004 F50+ model, a design also used by elite players including Kaká and Xabi Alonso.
- Player Modifications & Personalisation:
- Personalisation embroidery of the player’s initials “GB” on the tongue.
- Unique quarter sizing at UK8.75 (US9.25) to the player’s specifications.
- Custom layer of padding built into the insole board running the full length of the boot.
- Exceptional craftsmanship ensures superior comfort, fit, and performance for elite match play.
- Comes with original player issue box detailing “m2m by Adidas” size, player name, and custom specifications.
- Collector & Investment Significance:
- Ultra-rare match issued pair from the all-time appearance leader in the Premier League (653 appearances).
- Exceptional MTM sample with direct player provenance — highly sought after by serious football memorabilia collectors.
- Superior customisation and historical significance add tremendous collector value.
- Fully authenticated with the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity.
