Fred | Manchester United

-  Model: Nike Mercurial Superfly 8 Elite

- Player: Fred (Frederico Rodrigues de Paula Santos)

- Condition: Player-Worn 

- Season: 2021/22

- Size: UK8/US9

- Soleplate: FG

- Made in: Bosnia

- Colourway: Sapphire Volt

- Headline Features:

• Ultra-rare match-worn Nike Mercurial Superfly 8 Elite boots worn by Brazilian midfielder Fred during the 2021/22 season with Manchester United.
• A pivotal campaign for Fred, contributing across Premier League and domestic cup competitions.
• Each boot features personalised detailing of the player’s family names: left boot ‘MARIA’ & ‘GERCINO’, right boot ‘BENJAMIN’ & ‘MONIQUE’.
• Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Boots UK Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into the online verification portal.

- Match & Season Context:

• Worn throughout the 2021/22 season with Manchester United.
• Fred played a key role in midfield, with this pair used across multiple pivotal matches, showcasing direct on-pitch contribution.
• This season further reinforced Fred’s status as a consistent starter for both club and Brazil national team call-ups.

- Player Features & Modifications:

Professional Construction:

• Custom-built to pro-level athlete specifications, distinct from retail Mercurial Superfly 8 releases.
• FG soleplate optimised for firm-ground traction, speed, and quick directional changes — matching Fred’s style of play.

- Collector & Investment Significance:

• Elite Manchester United Artefact: Direct link to Fred’s 2021/22 campaign..
• Personalised Family Detailing: Adds an extremely rare, one-to-one element highly sought after by collectors.
• Verified: 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

Orders are securely packaged by BC for safe transit and presentation upon arrival.

International customers are responsible for any applicable import duties, taxes or customs charges imposed by their destination country.

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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).

All returned items must be shipped with all original packaging & documentation.

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.

BC Boots UK also offers optional professional framing and presentation solutions upon request through our trusted specialist partner.

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