Inter Third Shirt 1997/98 – Giuseppe Bergomi – No. 2 – Vintage Signed – Umbro – Pirelli – Serie A – COA Included

Inter's 1997/98 Third Kit Signed by Giuseppe Bergomi: A Nerazzurri Relic from the Nineties

A relic of extraordinary historical and collectible value: Inter's official third kit for the 1997/1998 season, made by Umbro with the gold Pirelli sponsor and the distinctive horizontal gray and black stripe design, signed by Giuseppe Bergomi with a black marker directly on the front, above the Pirelli sponsor. One of the most iconic and appreciated kits from the Nerazzurri's Umbro era, with its geometric zigzag pattern on the stripes and gold and light blue finishes, making it one of the most recognizable designs of the Italian Nineties. The Inter badge with the golden star and the original sewn Umbro label attest to the authenticity of a specimen preserved in superb Excellent vintage condition, with vivid colors and intact fabric almost thirty years after its production. Size XL.

The Player: Giuseppe Bergomi

Giuseppe Bergomi (Settala, December 22, 1963) is an absolute legend of Italian football and Inter's history, a club for which he was captain and symbol for over twenty years. Nicknamed "Lo Zio" (The Uncle) from the very young age he debuted in Serie A, Bergomi spent his entire professional career at Inter – from 1979 to 1999 – becoming one of the strongest and most reliable defenders in the history of world football. With the Italian national team, he won the World Cup in 1982 in Spain at just 18 years old, participating in a total of four World Cup editions. Italian champion with Inter and winner of the UEFA Cup in 1991, Bergomi embodies the values and history of the Nerazzurri club. The 1997/98 season was one of the last of his extraordinary career before his retirement in 1999, making this jersey a sports document of invaluable historical worth for any collector of Italian football.

Certificate of Authenticity COA

This autograph comes with a free MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) and a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) issued exclusively by the most reputable independent third-party certification bodies in the collecting sector worldwide (PSA, JSA, Beckett, Epperson, Autograph COA, or Associazione Autografia) – both included in the price.

What is an original signed jersey?

An original signed jersey is a unique piece where the footballer's signature has been applied directly to the fabric with certified presence, without intermediaries. It is distinctly different from printed reproductions or facsimiles due to several verifiable elements: the irregular and natural pressure of the stroke, the three-dimensionality of the ink on the fabric, the spontaneity of the graphic gesture. In the case of a vintage Nineties jersey signed by the club's captain and symbol, the historical value is exponentially added to the collectible value: it is a piece that tells thirty years of Italian football history in a single object. The MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA) and the Certificate of Authenticity (COA), both included in the price, offer the highest internationally recognized protection.

Authenticity and MTM Guarantee

MTM Memorabilia is the Italian benchmark for demanding collectors of authentic sports memorabilia. Each signed jersey is selected with rigorous quality and provenance criteria by our experts. The originality of the jersey is guaranteed directly by MTM, while the provenance and veracity of the autograph are declared by the included MTM Letter of Authenticity (LOA). Every shipment is made with rigid, shock-proof, and moisture-proof packaging to ensure maximum protection during transit. Express courier with delivery within 24/72 hours of payment confirmation, both for Italy and abroad.