Jack Grealish
Midfielder / Winger · Manchester City
Panini Premier League Adrenalyn XL #Golden Baller
Year & Era
2022-2023 Season - Modern Soccer Card Era
Card Type
Insert - Golden Baller Special Edition
Grade
Raw - Appears Near Mint to Mint
Rarity
Uncommon insert within the Adrenalyn XL set, but printed in high quantities for the mass retail market.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking Golden Baller insert of Jack Grealish in his Manchester City kit. Ideal for casual collectors, set builders, and young fans, though holding minimal investment value.
Condition Grade
Raw - Appears Near Mint to Mint
Centering Assessment
Front and back centering are visually well-proportioned, within acceptable modern tolerances of roughly 50/50 to 55/45.
Surface Condition
Near Mint; clean gloss with standard foil finish typical of Adrenalyn XL game cards, minor light handling wear.
Corner Condition
Sharp corners with very minor softening possible upon close inspection, typical of un-sleeved trading card game pieces.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with minimal chipping, typical factory cut for Panini Adrenalyn XL inserts.
Print Quality
High-quality foil stamping and vibrant gold color saturation consistent with Panini Premier League Adrenalyn XL production standards.
Estimated Value
$2 to $10 USD depending on the platform, as game cards like Adrenalyn XL are primarily intended for play and collected by set builders rather than high-end investors.
Comparison to Known Examples
Comparable to standard pull-rate Golden Baller inserts from the 2022-23 Adrenalyn XL collection, showing typical centering and surface characteristics.
Authentication Tips
Check for official Premier League and Panini licensing logos, proper foil sheen reflection, and standard cardstock thickness associated with European game cards.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (PSA/BGS) as the grading fees would far exceed the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; standard retail trading card game insert.
Provenance Notes
Distributed widely through Panini booster packs, starter packs, and magazine starter bundles sold in retail stores across the UK and Europe.
Historical Context
Jack Grealish's prominent transfer to Manchester City and subsequent treble-winning 2022-23 season made his cards popular among Premier League collectors.
Market Trends
Stable demand among youth collectors and soccer fans, though secondary market values remain low due to high print runs and game-card status.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for financial gain; primarily a fun collectible or player-pc item for fans of Jack Grealish or Manchester City.
Similar Cards
Other 2022-23 Premier League Adrenalyn XL Golden Ballers such as Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne, or Bukayo Saka.
Display & Preservation
Best preserved using a standard penny sleeve and a semi-rigid holder or top-loader to prevent surface scratching and corner dings.
Interesting Facts
Golden Ballers are among the most sought-after insert subsets in the annual Adrenalyn XL game, featuring top stars with maxed-out game statistics.