While Gordon McQueen had a sterling spell at Manchester United, it may be that his wearing of this shirt was no more important than its design and general significance in bringing about its sale price.
Selling for £6,500 by auction - after an estimate of £1,200-1,500 - the adidas article, complete with Trefoil-incorporating manufacturer’s logo, “ELECTRONICS”-incorporating sponsor branding and long sleeves is a great example of what the 1980s had to offer.
If all of that wasn’t enough, the jacquard provides a lovely pinstripe-style effect and the flock number 5 on the reverse is a thing of beauty.
This item was sold by Graham Budd Auctions, a specialist in sporting memorabilia.
