Can you believe that despite the staggering average wage of £30,000 per week for Football League players, some professional football stars end up broke?
Some athletes face numerous financial challenges, from bad investments to messy divorces and even gambling sprees that would make Vegas blush,
Being a top-notch footballer doesn't automatically make you a financial guru. Some fell victim to shady characters looking to exploit their wealth and lack financial know-how.
So, stick around because we promise to uncover the personal stories behind some of these athletes' financial struggles. Let’s dive in, starting with the footballer number.

00:00 Intro
00:39 9. Celestine Babayaro
01:24 8. John Arne Riis
02:08 7. Diego Maradona
03:04 6. David James
03:53 5. Eric Djemba-Djemba
04:39 4. Keith Gillespie
05:25 3. Emile Heskey
06:28 2. Paul Gascoigne
07:12 1. RONALDINHO