VFL Wolfsburg 2005-06 Nike D'Alessandro vintage jersey XXL

VFL Wolfsburg 2005-06 Nike Jersey – The D'Alessandro print, a unique piece of Bundesliga history

In 2005-2006, Andrés D'Alessandro proudly wore this VFL Wolfsburg Nike home jersey on the Bundesliga pitches — a talented Argentinian who arrived in Lower Saxony with all the fire of South America. This XXL vintage Wolfsburg jersey with D'Alessandro print is a direct relic from that pivotal era for the club, sponsored by Volkswagen, when the Wolves were beginning to build their legend.

Jersey details

Season: 2005-2006
Club: VFL Wolfsburg
Type: Home
Kit manufacturer: Nike
Sponsor: VOLKSWAGEN
Print: D'Alessandro
Size: XXL
Condition: 8/10
State: SLIGHTLY USED PRINTINGS, LITTLE SPOTS, LITTLE PULLS, LITTLE BUBBLES – authentic wear of a worn vintage jersey, which tells a true story

What this jersey represents

The 2005-2006 season was a key period in the history of VFL Wolfsburg. The club was playing in the Bundesliga with growing ambitions, supported by a squad that blended German experience with international contributions. At that time, the Wolfsburg Wolves were not yet the German champions they would become in 2009, but they were building the foundations of their golden age piece by piece. The Volkswagen Arena was starting to make a name for itself as a formidable stronghold.

At the heart of this adventure, Andrés D'Alessandro, the Argentinian midfielder who arrived from Real Madrid via Portsmouth, was one of the most exciting figures in the Wolfsburg locker room. With his vision, his dribbling, and his ability to create space, "El Cabezón" delighted the supporters of Volkswagenstadt. Other solid players like Diego Klimowicz, also an Argentinian forward, and Kevin Hofland in defense, gravitated around him, forming a team that was anything but a mere transitional squad.

Moments etched in this jersey

D'Alessandro, the Argentinian genius on Volkswagen's turf
Trained at River Plate, and having played for Real Madrid and Portsmouth, Andrés D'Alessandro chose Wolfsburg to relaunch his European career and he did not disappoint. His elegant play, vision, and technical quality made him a fan favorite for VFL Wolfsburg — his print on a vintage jersey is already rare in itself.

Nike and Volkswagen, a Bundesliga marriage
In 2005-2006, the partnership between Nike and VFL Wolfsburg produced jerseys with a strong identity, featuring the Volkswagen logo as the main sponsor — one of the world's major automobile brands for a club that owes its very existence to it. This link between the club and the manufacturer is one of the most unique stories in European football.

The mid-2000s Bundesliga, a period of intense transition
Midway between the post-Bosman era and the economic boom of modern football, the 2005-2006 Bundesliga was a fiercely contested championship where Bayern Munich was not yet the hegemonic steamroller it would become. Teams like Wolfsburg could still dream of causing an upset — and this jersey is direct proof of that.

Authentic vs. Replica

An authentic vintage jersey is one that was actually manufactured to be worn in a match or sold to a supporter at that specific time — not a re-issue, not a remake. The cut, the materials, the finishes, the way the print was applied: everything is from that era. This is what makes it irreplaceable for a serious collector of vintage football jerseys.

This Wolfsburg 2005-06 D'Alessandro print jersey in 8/10 condition shows signs of real life: slightly worn prints, some small stains and pulls, a few micro-bubbles. These are not flaws — they are proof that this jersey did not sit in a vacuum-sealed closet. It lived. And for a collector, that is priceless.

Vintage size guide

Please note: vintage jersey sizes from the 2000s do not correspond to current standards. An XXL from 2005 often fits like a modern L or XL depending on the brand and cut. Nike at that time generally had more fitted cuts than what we are used to today, even on larger sizes. Never rely solely on the label.

Before you buy, measure your chest, waist, and torso length. Then compare with the actual measurements of the jersey — do not hesitate to contact us to get them. A poorly fitting collector's jersey stays on the hanger, and that's a shame for everyone.

Why have it in your collection

The VFL Wolfsburg vintage jersey is a rare item on the collector's market. The club is less publicized than Bayern, Dortmund, or Schalke, which makes period pieces even harder to find — and therefore more valuable to those who know. A D'Alessandro print, a player with an unusual career path and undeniable talent, is a double added value for any serious collection of Bundesliga jerseys.

In 8/10 condition, this jersey remains in very honest condition for a 2005 vintage jersey almost twenty years old. There aren't many in this condition with a player print from a club like Wolfsburg from that specific period — most are faded, damaged, or simply impossible to find. If you are building a collection of vintage German jerseys, it's now or maybe never.

To go further

• VFL Wolfsburg – Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive – History of jerseys
• UEFA – European Football

A D'Alessandro print on a Wolfsburg Nike home jersey from 2005-06, it's the kind of piece that doesn't come around twice — if you're here, it's not a coincidence.