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RB Leipzig 2016-17 – The jersey from the season that changed everything, with Burke's name

In 2016-17, RB Leipzig made its Bundesliga debut and smashed all expectations. This Nike home jersey with Burke's name perfectly embodies that: the sudden emergence of a new club in the German elite, with all the energy and controversy that came with it.

Jersey details

Season: 2016-2017
Club: RB Leipzig
Type: Home
Kit Manufacturer: Nike
Sponsor: RED BULL
Condition: 9/10

What this jersey represents

The 2016-17 RB Leipzig season in the Bundesliga was an earthquake. The club, founded in 2009 and propelled by millions from Red Bull, entered the German elite and immediately finished second in the league, behind Bayern Munich. No one had anticipated such a performance from a promoted team, yet it happened. This jersey is physical proof that this season truly occurred, that it wasn't a collective dream.

Under the guidance of Ralph Hasenhüttl, the Austrian coach who imposed intense pressing and vertical football, Leipzig made Bundesliga giants suffer throughout the season. Players like the already brilliant Timo Werner, Emil Forsberg delighting from the left wing, and Naby Keïta, an impressive midfielder recruited from Salzburg, built a clear and exciting playing identity. This jersey is theirs. The one that was in full swing for nine months of competition.

Moments etched into this jersey

The first Bundesliga matchday – August 2016
Leipzig entered the big league against Hoffenheim and sent a clear message from the very first matchday. The Zentralstadion – renamed Red Bull Arena – experienced its first Bundesliga thrills, and German football understood that this club wasn't there just to make up the numbers.

Qualification for the Champions League – Spring 2017
By finishing second in the Bundesliga, Leipzig directly qualified for the Champions League group stage in its very first season in the top flight. A resounding feat, unprecedented for a German promoted team at that time.

Oli Burke – the name that makes this jersey unique
Oliver Burke, a Scottish international recruited in summer 2016 from Nottingham Forest, brought his speed and power to Leipzig's right wing. His time was brief but intense, and his name on this jersey makes it a particularly sought-after item by collectors of authentic player jerseys.

Authentic vs. Replica

An authentic vintage jersey is not the same as a replica sold in an official store. The authentic version is the technical cut worn by players or distributed to club insiders: finer fabric, more precise finishes, and the Nike Dri-FIT technology of the time designed for actual on-field performance. You can feel the difference in your hands.

This one is in 9/10 condition, which is exceptional for a jersey that is now almost ten years old. No visible discoloration, no holes, no peeling nameset. It has reached us in a state that commands respect, and that's rare for a jersey of this generation.

Vintage sizing guide

Nike sizes from 2016 still followed cuts relatively close to European standards, but caution is advised. An XXL from that era might correspond to a modern L or XL depending on brands and body types. The technical cut of match jerseys is generally more fitted than a supporter version from the same period.

Before finalizing your purchase, grab a tape measure and measure your shoulder width and chest circumference. Then compare with the flat measurements of the jersey if available, or contact us directly – we're here for that. It's better to take thirty seconds to measure than to receive something that doesn't fit.

Why have it in your collection

The RB Leipzig 2016-17 jersey is a piece that documents a pivotal moment in German and European football. The debate surrounding the Red Bull model – is it a real football club or a marketing operation? – generated a lot of discussion, but on the field, the results were undeniable. Owning this jersey means holding in your hands proof of an extraordinary season, that of a promoted team that almost overturned everything. And with the Oliver Burke name, it's even more specific: a player, a short window, a club taking off.

In 9/10 condition and size XXL, this jersey is rare. Large sizes in such clean condition quickly disappear from the market for collectible vintage jerseys. Not many have lasted almost a decade in this state. If you let it go, don't expect to find it again in two weeks at the same price, or at any price.

To go further

• RB Leipzig - Wikipedia
• Football Kit Archive - Kit history
• UEFA - European Football

If Leipzig's 2016-17 season left an impression on you, or if you collect jerseys from players with short but intense stories, this one is for you. It's your turn to play.