Half of the £250,000 Premier League trophy was stolen by thieves in Belgium at an event two years ago and had to be replaced, according to reports.
The English top-flight silverware is one of the most recognisable trophies in the world of sport and as such carries a hefty and appealing value.
Such was its global popularity that parts of the Premier League trophy were stolen when the award was being toured around Europe, as revealed by The Sun.
Manchester City have lifted the Premier League title on the past four consecutive occasions, breaking the record previously set by rivals Man United at the end of the most recent campaign after winning the league on the final day of the season.
It was one of Pep Guardiola's six Premier League honours that were stolen while the trophy was being shown in Belgium as a suitcase containing part of it was illegally taken.
Half of the £250,000 Premier League trophy was reportedly stolen by thieves in Belgium at an event two years ago
Manchester City have lifted the Premier League title on the past four consecutive occasions