Sergio Agüero
Striker (Forward) · Manchester City
Panini Adrenalyn XL Premier League ##428
Year & Era
2019 — Modern Soccer Era
Card Type
Insert — History Maker
Grade
Estimated 7.0 (Near Mint) due to handling and lack of protection
Rarity
Common Insert; widely distributed in retail packs.
Overall Assessment
A nice mid-tier insert for a legendary player in a popular TCG set, but carries minimal financial value.
Condition Grade
Estimated 7.0 (Near Mint) due to handling and lack of protection
Centering Assessment
Front centering appears within the 60/40 range; back centering is not visible.
Surface Condition
Light surface scratching visible under direct light; reflective foil is prone to fingerprints.
Corner Condition
Top-left and top-right corners show minor whitening and rounding from being unsleeved.
Edge Condition
Mild chipping along the side edges, typical for foil-based Adrenalyn cards.
Print Quality
High-gloss foil finish with good color saturation; standard mass-production quality.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD (Raw condition)
Comparison to Known Examples
Slightly lower quality than pack-fresh examples due to visible surface wear and corner dings.
Authentication Tips
Look for the Panini-stamped authenticity logo and the specific texture of the Adrenalyn card stock.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (SGC/PSA/BGS) as the grading cost exceeds the market value.
Red Flags
No significant red flags; the card appears to be an authentic mass-market trading card game (TCG) item.
Provenance Notes
Distributed via Panini Adrenalyn XL booster packs and starter sets for the Premier League 2019/20 season.
Historical Context
Commemorates Agüero's status as one of the Premier League's all-time leading goalscorers.
Market Trends
Stable/Low; while Agüero is a legend, TCG game cards have lower growth potential than high-end hobby brands.
Investment Potential
Low; primarily a collector's piece for Manchester City fans rather than a financial asset.
Similar Cards
2019 Adrenalyn XL Golden Baller parallels; Topps Chrome Agüero cards.
Display & Preservation
Should be placed in a PVC-free penny sleeve and a top loader to prevent further surface scratching.
Interesting Facts
Agüero holds the record for most Premier League hat-tricks (12) and was the highest-scoring non-English player.