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Joe Mewis

'I had to rely on benefits, people might say: ‘Where was all the money you earned at Newcastle?’ But I invested money into something that turned out to be a Ponzi scheme' Gael Bigirama reveals his struggles after life in the Premier League

Gael Bigirimana in action for Newcastle United.

Contrary to popular belief, life as a Premier League footballer is not always a story of players enjoying untold riches after having earned generational wealth for their exploits on the pitch.

Money can be squandered, investments can go sour and con artists can look to take advantage of young players looking for guidance after signing that first big contract.

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