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After weeks of wait, Premier League giants Manchester United have unveiled their new home jersey and while it’s certainly been a hit with the fans, Adidas’ exorbitant pricing has left many fuming.
United, among the biggest clubs in the world, have been criticised by their own fanbase for becoming more of a commercial juggernaut than anything else and the price of their new home kit has kicked up quite the storm.
Here’s their announcement video, in which Spanish midfielder Juan Mata stars:
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Past & present. 🔴🚃🛠⁰
Our new @adidasfootball home kit, inspired by the Railway Men of Newton Heath.
Learn more here: https://t.co/nZrewGhDG7
⁰#HereToCreate #MUFC pic.twitter.com/mijWOPseSg— Manchester United (@ManUtd) July 17, 2018
So far so good, right?
Well, unless you’re really flush with money, the cost of the the home kit will blow a hole in your pocket.
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As is custom with most top European clubs these days, there are two variants of the jersey.
Rooted in 🔴👕🔴⁰
Our new @adidasfootball home kit, inspired by our origins. 🚃⁰
Get yours now: https://t.co/kcB44JjShY #HereToCreate #MUFC pic.twitter.com/ZcHXeTUo7J— Manchester United (@ManUtd) July 17, 2018
The ‘authentic’ kit, which is the one the players actually wear for matches, costs £109.95. The shorts to go with it will set you back by a further £42.95 while the stockings retail for a cool £29.95.
So, if you want to look like Paul Pogba and Co. for a kickabout or just, you’ll be shelling out a steep £182.85.
There is still hope for those who can’t afford the aforementioned rates, for the ‘regular’ jersey is priced at £64.95 and its shorts cost £34.95. The watered-down version of the stockings are priced at £16.95 (all prices as per Addidas online store).
United will be seen in their new threads for the first time when they open their 2018 pre-season tour on Friday, when they face CF America (0700 IST).
What do you think about the new kit and the prices? Let us know in the comments section below.
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