Lionel Messi's Napkin Contract with Barcelona Fetches Nearly $1 Million at Auction

The iconic napkin, signed when Messi was just 13, marks a pivotal moment in football history and solidifies his legacy.

The napkin, signed in December 2000, secured Messi's move to Barcelona, shaping his illustrious career.
It sold for £762,400 ($965,000) at Bonhams auction house in London.
Messi's agent Horacio Gaggioli preserved the napkin, which started with a bid of £300,000.
Messi became Barcelona's all-time top scorer with 672 goals and won 35 titles with the club.
The auction highlights the enduring significance of Messi's early commitment to Barcelona.