Barça's CAT mascot cuddly toy sells out in ten minutes
5,000 units sold almost instantly in members-only pre-sale, with general sales at Barça shops starting Friday
Since it was created last year to mark Barça's 125th anniversary, the new mascot CAT has become an instant hit.
On Thursday, the club released the first cuddly toy version of the mascot, responding to months of fan demand.
In just ten minutes, the 5,000 units put on sale exclusively for members had sold out.
Fans need not worry, however: the teddy will be available from all Barça shops starting Friday.
Priced at €34.99 each, it promises to be this Christmas's must-have gift for young culers.
Since the mascot was unveiled on 24 November, it has become a social phenomenon and one of the most beloved Barça brand icons among fans.
CAT is the result of a collaboration between the club and the internationally renowned Grangel Brothers, character creators for studios including DreamWorks, Sony, Universal Pictures, and Warner Bros.
Their work has earned prestigious awards such as the Oscar for Pinocchio and the Annie Award for Spirit.
In just one year, CAT has amassed 1.3 million followers on Instagram and 1.7 million on TikTok.
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