Sékou Mara
Forward · Southampton FC
Panini Premier League Adrenalyn XL #314
Year & Era
2023-2024 — Modern Soccer Card Era
Card Type
Base Trading Card
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 9 estimated)
Rarity
Common base card from a mass-produced retail/hobby game set with a high population count.
Overall Assessment
A clean, well-centered base trading card of Sékou Mara from a popular retail game set, ideal for team or player collectors rather than high-end investors.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (PSA 9 estimated)
Centering Assessment
Front: 55/45 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom. Excellent overall centering that easily meets grading standards.
Surface Condition
Near Mint/Mint. Standard glossy finish with no major scratches, stains, or roller marks visible under normal lighting.
Corner Condition
Sharp 90-degree corners with no noticeable dings, fraying, or rounding.
Edge Condition
Clean edges along all four sides with minimal chipping, typical of factory-cut cardboard trading cards.
Print Quality
Standard Panini commercial print quality with clear text, standard color saturation, and no major miscuts.
Estimated Value
$1 - $3 USD raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Typical example for this set, sharing standard centering and card stock quality typical of Panini Adrenalyn XL production runs.
Authentication Tips
Look for authentic Panini holographic back stamp or official Adrenalyn XL card stock texture, though base cards of this tier are rarely counterfeited.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional third-party grading (PSA/BGS/SGC) as the grading cost would far exceed the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed.
Provenance Notes
Sourced from standard Panini Premier League Adrenalyn XL starter packs, booster packets, or blister packs.
Historical Context
Part of the ongoing global popularity of Premier League licensed trading card game sets featuring up-and-coming international talent.
Market Trends
Stable to declining mass-market value, heavily reliant on the player's ongoing club performance and transfer status.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential due to high print runs of base cards, primarily suited for player collectors and set builders.
Similar Cards
Other player base cards and special inserts from the same 2023-24 Panini Premier League Adrenalyn XL set.
Display & Preservation
Best stored in a standard penny sleeve and rigid top-loader in a climate-controlled, low-humidity environment away from direct sunlight.
Interesting Facts
Adrenalyn XL cards feature game statistics (DEF, CTRL, ATT, TOTAL) allowing collectors to play a tabletop card game using the physical cards.