Sergio Ramos
Center-Back (Defender). Position affects card desirability as defenders typically hold less value than attackers, though Ramos is a legendary exception due to goal-scoring records. · Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Primary affiliation historically with Real Madrid and the Spanish National Team.
Panini FIFA 365 Adrenalyn XL. This is a trading card game (TCG) set, highly popular in Europe and among international collectors, known for high-foil designs. #Not visible (typically printed on reverse for this set)
Year & Era
2021-22 — Modern Era (Adrenalyn XL / FIFA 365)
Card Type
Limited Edition Insert. These are special chase cards distributed through starter packs, magazines, or tin sets rather than standard packs.
Grade
Raw — Appears Good to Very Good (Estimated 4-5). Heavy surface wear and micro-scratches are visible through the plastic sleeve.
Rarity
Common for a Limited Edition. While designated as such, Panini produces these in massive quantities for the global global market.
Overall Assessment
A classic collectible for a PSG fan or Ramos enthusiast. It is a mass-produced TCG insert with moderate condition issues, making it a great 'player secondary' card but not a high-end investment piece.
Condition Grade
Raw — Appears Good to Very Good (Estimated 4-5). Heavy surface wear and micro-scratches are visible through the plastic sleeve.
Centering Assessment
Front: Approximately 60/40 Top-Bottom. Centering is secondary to print alignment in TCG products like Adrenalyn XL.
Surface Condition
Fair to Good. There are significant scuffs, light scratches, and some dulling of the holographic foil finish consistent with binder storage.
Corner Condition
Softened corners. Lower left and upper left show visible whitening and rounding from handling.
Edge Condition
Roughness visible along the top and right edges, common for Panini foil-stock cards from this era.
Print Quality
High-saturation foil effect. The 'Limited Edition' lettering has a stamped metallic finish which appears intact but shows typical factory micro-striking.
Estimated Value
$2.00 - $8.00 USD. Limited Edition inserts for this set have high print runs and are heavily traded by younger collectors, keeping market value low.
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy shows more 'play wear' (surface and corner friction) than a pack-fresh MINT example found in professional collections.
Authentication Tips
Look for the Panini 'FIFA 365' logo and the official PSG hologram. Counterfeits of this specific TCG card are rare due to the complex foil production costs.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the card by a significant margin.
Red Flags
No signs of trimming or counterfeiting. Localized surface scuffing suggests it was stored in a binder without a penny sleeve.
Provenance Notes
Likely sourced from a Panini FIFA 365 multi-pack or a European collector magazine from the 2021 season.
Historical Context
This card commemorates Ramos' transition to PSG after his legendary tenure at Real Madrid, representing a key moment in modern football transfers.
Market Trends
Stable to slightly declining. As a TCG card, demand peaks during the active season and drops once the next year's set is released.
Investment Potential
Low. TCG cards rarely appreciate like hobby-exclusive chrome cards unless the player is a generational icon like Messi or Ronaldo.
Similar Cards
2021 Panini Prizm Premier League cards; any Ramos Real Madrid rookie cards; PSG cards of Lionel Messi or Neymar from the same set.
Display & Preservation
Current storage in a binder page is acceptable, but a dedicated penny sleeve and top-loader would prevent further surface scratching.
Interesting Facts
Sergio Ramos is the highest-scoring defender in modern history and holds the record for most international caps for Spain.