Lionel Messi, the captain of the Argentina National Football team and PSG member, reportedly ordered 35 custom iPhones for his World Cup-winning squad members and teammates. According to a report by The Sun, these iPhones are not ordinary devices, but rather customized with 24-karat gold and engraved with each player’s name, jersey, and the Argentinian logo.
Price of Messi’s 24k gold iPhones
The cost of these customized iPhones is estimated to be around EUR 175,000 or roughly Rs 1.53 crores. This cost might seem minimal for Messi, who is believed to have a net worth of over $100 million (Rs 820 crores approx). Although the report does not specify the model of the iPhones, the triple rear camera setup seen in the image suggests that they might be iPhone Pros.
Messi’s decision to gift his team with gold-studded iPhones was the result of a discussion he had with the CEO of iDesign Gold, Ben Lyons. Reportedly, Messi got in touch with the company right after the World Cup final to do something special for his team. Instead of going for the usual designer watches or accessories, the football icon opted for this uber-luxurious and customized gift.
The Argentina National Football team won the FIFA World Cup 2022 against the reigning champions France in Qatar last year. Messi led his team to victory through a penalty shootout after a scintillating final match. Throughout the World Cup, Messi scored a total of 7 goals, concluding his World Cup outings on a high note.
In conclusion, Messi’s gesture of gifting customized gold-studded iPhones to his team members and teammates is a testament to his gratitude and appreciation for their efforts and hard work that led to Argentina’s World Cup victory. With their personalized engravings and 24-karat gold casings, these iPhones are not only a lasting and unique gift but also a symbol of their success on the football field.
