1997 Merlin Premier Gold #3 Ian Wright MGC 9
This Ian Wright card is number 3 from the 1997 Merlin Premier Gold collection, covering the 1996-97 Premier League season.
Merlin Premier Gold was a premium trading card set produced annually during the mid to late 1990s, featuring foil card designs across the Premier League.
Wright was in his sixth season at Arsenal when this card was issued. The 1996-97 campaign saw the arrival of Arsène Wenger as manager in October 1996, the beginning of a new era at the club. Wright thrived under Wenger, scoring 30 goals in 41 appearances across all competitions, finishing as the second highest scorer in the Premier League with 23 goals.
He also set a record that season by scoring against 17 of Arsenal’s 19 Premier League opponents. Arsenal finished third in the league.
Features
- Card number 3 from the 1997 Merlin Premier Gold set.
- Features Arsenal’s all time second highest goalscorer during Arsène Wenger’s first season at the club.
- Graded MGC 9 by Majesty Grading Company.
Specifications
- Player: Ian Wright
- Team: Arsenal
- Card Number: #3
- Card Type: Base
- Serial Number: Unnumbered
- Season: 1996-97
- Manufacturer: Merlin
- Series: Premier Gold
Condition and Shipping
This card has been graded MGC 9 by Majesty Grading Company and is encapsulated in a protective slab.
Shipped securely packaged and sent via tracked Royal Mail. All cards are carefully handled to ensure safe delivery. Free delivery on all orders over £9.95.
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