Revealed: Verratti Signs Nike Boot Deal
Jul 7, 2017, by Chris
Update: Nike has won the duel against Puma to become Verratti's new boot supplier. Verratti has been lacing up in the latest Nike Hypervenom Phantom III football boots in his first training with the team today. His contract with Puma, which was originally signed in 2011, expired at the end of 2016.
Verratti Reportedly Signs 10-Year, 30 Million Euro Nike Endorsement Deal
According to L'EQUIPE, Verratti has signed a Nike endorsement deal that is valid for 10 years and worth nearly 30 million Euro over that time, which makes it one of the most valuable player endorsement deals in football.
Marco Verratti returns to training with PSG 💪🔴🔵 pic.twitter.com/BBYR0gOvCU
— PSG English (@PSG_English) July 7, 2017
It seems to be only a matter of time until PSG midfielder Marco Verratti will officially join Nike as the Italy international has been lacing up in blackout Nike soccer cleats in the past few weeks.
Marco Verratti had been lacing up in blackout Puma evoTOUCH football boots before he switched to Nike football boots in early March. Interestingly, Puma even designed two signature evoTOUCH football boots for the Italian, while he should also headline the all-new Puma ONE soccer boot.
Verratti Laces Up In Blackout Nike Hypervenom Phantom III Boots With Swoosh on The Outsole
The upper of Marco Verratti's boots has been completely blacked-out in order to hide that he is wearing Nike Hypervenom Phantom 3 soccer cleats. However, Verratti failed to blackout the outsole of the football boots, which feature a white Swoosh.
Apart from the blackout look, Marco Verratti's soccer boots are the same as regular colorways of the Nike Hypervenom Phantom 3 soccer cleat. They feature a Flyknit upper as well as an offset lacing system for a larger striking surface. Interestingly, his boots are actually designed to be the 'Strikers Boot', making it not the usual choice of a midfielder.
Do you think that the Nike Hypervenom Phantom III is a good fit for the Paris Saint-Germain midfielder? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
AEL Limassol 26-27 Home Kit Revealed
The new AEL Limassol 26-27 home kit has been revealed. Manufactured by Macron, the new AEL Limassol 26-27 home jersey introduces a stylish design for the Cypriot First Division club's upcoming campaign.
Spartak Moscow 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Russian club Spartak Moscow have officially released their new home and away kits for the 26-27 season. The new kits are made by Russian sportswear brand Jogel, which continues to supply kits for the team.
The launch of the Spartak Moscow 26-27 kits took place on the exact same day as the release of the new Zenit Saint Petersburg 26-27 kits. Both sets of jerseys were unveiled concurrently by Jogel in a coordinated drop for two of the most prominent clubs in the Russian Premier League.
The new Jogel Spartak Moscow 26-27 home and away shirts will be worn throughout the upcoming domestic campaign. The simultaneous release highlights the manufacturer's growing presence across Russian football.
Hradec Králové 26-27 Home & Away Kit Released
Czech First League side Hradec Králové have unveiled their new home and away kit, made by Jako and to be worn in the upcoming 2026-27 season.
The two kits bring contrast approaches: The home kit is an interesting take on the traditional black and white stripes, with subtle abstract inside each stripe and a horizontal black band for sponsor placement. The away kit, on the other hand, is a simple yellow design with similar graphic and black accents.
What do you think of Hradec Králové 2026-27 home and away kits? Leave your thoughts in the comment below.
Airdrieonians FC 26-27 Home & Away Kit Released
Scottish League One side Airdrieonians FC have introduced their new looks for the upcoming 2026-27 season, made by Puma.
Both of the new designs share one identical idea: a huge red V-shaped band across the chest - which is also the club's signature graphic. Similar feature also appear on the sleeves, creating a matching full looks. While the home kit use traditional white base, the away kit is in all black.
What do you think about Airdrieonians FC 2026-27 home and away kits? Leave your thoughts in the comment below.
Aston Villa Announces Visit Rwanda as Front-of-Shirt Sponsor
Aston Villa have officially announced Visit Rwanda as the club's new Principal Partner, Official Tourism Partner, and Official Coffee Provider.
Starting from the 26-27 season, the Visit Rwanda logo will appear on the front of all men's, women's, and academy team shirts. The partnership expands the Rwanda Development Board's strategy of utilizing high-profile football sponsorships to promote global tourism.
Described as the most lucrative sponsorship deal in Aston Villa's history, reports indicate the agreement is worth up to £20 million per year including bonuses.
Brackley Town 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
National League North side Brackley Town FC have officially launched their new Adidas home and away kits for the 26-27 season.
Produced in collaboration with Pro Direct Soccer, the Brackley Town 26-27 home shirt features the club's traditional red and white stripes. The Brackley Town 26-27 away shirt introduces a sleek look with a black base complemented by striking golden-yellow pinstripes.
Both the new home and away kits are available to purchase online, retailing at £50 for adult sizes and £45 for youth sizes.