Lionel Messi launches 'Messiverse' NFT crypto art collection

'The (Messi) NFT collection is a set of pieces outlining achievements, moments, team love and future accomplishments - focusing mainly on the man himself,' says digital designer BossLogic. Photo: Handout

Argentine football star Lionel Messi has launched his own collection of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), crypto art that was created with his image by digital designer BossLogic.

Messi, 34, is portrayed as a king, superhero and Greek titan in works entitled "Man From The Future," "Worth The Weight," and "The King Piece" that celebrate his career highlights.