As the English star settles into his new life at FC Barcelona, his choice of an exceptionally rare, yellow gold
Rolex Daytona ‘Le Mans’ edition has captured the attention of both football
fans and luxury watch connoisseurs, signaling his arrival among the sport's
elite collectors.
BARCELONA – While football fans eagerly await Marcus
Rashford's on-pitch debut for FC Barcelona, the English superstar is already making
headlines off the field with his impeccable taste in luxury timepieces. Spotted
wearing a rare and highly coveted yellow gold Rolex Daytona, Rashford has instantly placed himself alongside
legends like Lionel Messi and Harry Kane in the exclusive world of high-end
watch collecting.
The former Manchester United forward appears to be adapting quickly to life in
Spain. During a recent appearance on The Rest is Football podcast with Gary Lineker and Micah Richards,
Rashford discussed his impressive training sessions with new teammates Pedri
and Lamine Yamal and his readiness for the upcoming challenges with both
Barcelona and the England national team.
The watch that
captured everyone's attention during the podcast is an extraordinary piece: the
Rolex Daytona in 18k yellow gold, reference 126528LN
‘Le Mans.’
Released to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans
race, the timepiece has been described by the horology magazine Hodinkee as one of the most significant releases in recent
years.
While the steel
Daytona remains one of the most sought-after watches globally, this limited
yellow gold edition is in a class of its own. The commemorative model is
distinguished by its unique ‘lollipop’ sub-dial markers, a red ‘100’ on the ceramic bezel, and a transparent caseback that reveals the
intricate movement within—a first for the Daytona line.
With this
acquisition, Rashford joins a formidable ‘trio’ of Daytona owners, including Lionel Messi and Harry Kane, as well as Paris Saint-Germain duo Ousmane
Dembélé and Desire Doué. Horology enthusiasts note that while the white gold
version of this model (favored by Roger Federer) is considered more
understated, the yellow gold piece worn by Rashford is intentionally bold and
eye-catching.
Rashford wore the
statement piece with confidence, pairing it with a white jacket, Zara shorts,
LV sneakers, and a baseball cap. The choice reflects a renewed self-assurance
that many felt was missing during his final period at Manchester United. As he
prepares to launch his La Liga career, fans and fashion critics alike hope this
confident streak continues, both on the pitch and in his exceptional watch
selections throughout the season.
