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A pair of trainers worn by basketball legend Michael Jordan fetched $615,000 (£460,000) at an online auction on Thursday, BBC News reported.

The Nike Air Jordan 1 High sneakers, described as the "rarest of the rare", were used by the Chicago Bulls star in an exhibition game in 1985.

In total, Christies sold nine pairs of Jordan's shoes to celebrate his 14-year career with the team.

There is a big market for rare trainers and collectors can pay high prices.

Michael Jordan is considered to be the best basketball player in the history of the game, and became a global icon in the 1980s and 1990s, helping to raise the NBA's profile around the world.

A recent Netflix series, "The Last Dance," has renewed interest in his life.

Christies said the shoes, which belonged to US firm Stadium Goods, were the "greatest" collection of historic Michael Jordan footwear ever offered at one time.

All the shoes were made by Nike, which sponsored the player for much of his career.

The Air Jordan 1 High's, which had an estimated sale price of $650,000- $850,000, were the top lot. During the game in which they were used, Jordan memorably dunked the basketball so hard that it shattered the glass backboard.