ARA signed jersey of Lionel Messi belonging to the Argentine national team was sold for $23 million during a livestock auction at the Exposición Rural de Palermo. The sale took place last Tuesday but gained attention recently amid the event’s closing weekend, which included the official inauguration by President Javier Milei. The auction was organized by Alfredo S. Mondino, a ranching firm based in Río Cuarto, for a charitable cause. The buyer was Sergio Amuchategui, owner of Rústicos, a series of cattle auctions. The jersey was signed by Pablo Aimar, a former player who is now part of Lionel Scaloni’s technical staff with the national team. Aimar has close ties with the Mondino family, including co-owning a property called Estancia Vicentina. The proceeds from the sale benefited Caburé Rugby, an inclusive rugby team from Río Cuarto founded in 2021 for individuals with disabilities. The team includes former players who help connect young athletes with sports. The auction started at $500,000 and quickly rose to the final price. The event aimed to raise awareness about the rugby initiative and highlight the community efforts behind it.
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