Lionel Messi’s first autograph put up for auction

Before Messi, now 34, scored just one goal for Barcelona, ​​he played for a named team Newell’s Old Boys sports club (a football team for boys aged 8 to 12) in Argentina, Report informs, citing foreign media.

The US Goldin Auctions got their hands on a stunning identity card from over 20 years ago, formerly owned by Lionel Messi, with a very childish signature. On it, little Leo wrote his first and last name in capital letters.

Beckett, one of the most respected authenticators, certified the card and laminated it with his seal of approval.

The three-time Ballon d’Or winner joined the club from Newell in 1995, then just 8 years old. He made his debut there and delivered already impressive performances for his age. Lionel Messi has scored on average more than one goal per game with the club.

The one-of-a-kind keepsake went up for auction on Monday evening with a starting bid of $ 10,000.