Raheem Sterling | Manchester City

- Model: New Balance Furon 6+ “Wings” Prototype Sample

- Player: Raheem Sterling

- Condition: Match-Issued

- Season: 2020/21

- Size: UK7.5/US8

- Soleplate: SG

- Made in: Vietnam

- Headline Features:

• Ultra-rare New Balance Furon 6+ “Wings” prototype sample match issued to England international and Manchester City star, Raheem Sterling.
• Match issued to the player during the 2020/21 Premier League & UEFA Champions League season while representing Manchester City.
• Completely bespoke 1-of-1 New Balance prototype, produced exclusively for Sterling and never released to the public in any form.
• Part of a title-winning Premier League campaign for Manchester City, with Sterling playing a key attacking role throughout the season.
• Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into the online verification portal.

- Player Modifications & Prototype Details:

• Features a unique white one-piece knitted upper, created specifically for this experimental prototype.
• Gold ‘Wings’ bird graphics applied to the heel area, symbolising speed, freedom, and attacking expression.
• ‘RAHEEM STERLING’ printed in gold on the heel of each boot, accompanied by a custom player logo exclusive to Sterling.
• Equipped with a chrome gold SG soleplate made solely for the player, not seen on any retail or sample releases.
• Built to Sterling’s exact professional specifications as part of New Balance’s elite athlete testing programme.

- Collector & Investment Significance:

• True prototype-only pair with zero retail equivalents, elevating its rarity far beyond standard match worn items.
• Represents Sterling during one of Manchester City’s dominant modern-era seasons.
• A museum-level piece showcasing New Balance’s most experimental design work for one of their marquee football athletes.
• Exceptional investment-grade memorabilia with immense appeal to collectors of prototypes, elite wingers, and Manchester City history.
• Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into the online verification portal.

Every item offered by BC Boots UK undergoes our in-house verification process, assessing player identification, match usage (where applicable), customisation details and provenance research.

Each piece is accompanied by an official BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, confirming its status and documentation within our archive. Select items also include our full Certification Package, when specified within the individual listing.

We do not outsource authentication. Every item is reviewed and approved internally to ensure accuracy, transparency and collector confidence.

Each certificate issued by BC Boots UK includes a unique reference which can be verified through our secure online verification portal.

All pieces are dispatched via DHL Express, fully insured and trackable. 

Foundation orders are shipped at a flat-rate according to destination, with the applicable delivery charge calculated automatically at checkout. 

• United Kingdom – £30
• Europe – £45
• Middle East – £60
• Rest of World – £75

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We offer a 14-day inspection period from the date of delivery.

If the item does not meet expectations, it may be returned in the condition received for a full refund (excluding return shipping costs).

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Our aim is to ensure every collector purchases with clarity and confidence.

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Match-worn & player-issued boots are preserved in their authentic condition, including natural signs of professional use.

We recomend storing boots in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight. Avoid cleaning, polishing, or altering the item, as this may affect its historical integrity and value.

If display is desired, protective display cases are recommended to minimise dust and environment exposure.

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