Dubbed To Be the Next David Beckham, English Soccer Star Now Owns Chains of Bars in Drastic Career Change

Almost 10 years ago, a 28-year-old player quit soccer. The whole world was shocked as they saw a player, compared to David Beckham, hang up the boots at the height of his prime. Renowned for his Beckham-esque technique on set pieces, the former English international played in the top flight for Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur, and Blackburn Rovers.

While he never played alongside ‘Golden Balls’, fans often saw him as the successor of the Manchester United veteran. However, at the age of 28, he decided to call it quits before he could have unlocked his potential. Fans to this day are skeptical and in shock about what happened. However, these questions are all answered now.

‘The Next David Beckham’ on leaving soccer

A couple of years back, David Bentley had an interview with The Athletic. He talked about his days in soccer and what made him leave the sport. He revealed that leaving the sport had less to do with money and more with his interest and love for the sport running out.

During the interview, he said, “I’ve got more money than when I started. If I’ve got £100, I’m alright. I loved football, but then it ran its course.” Former Tottenham star Stephen Carr also joined him and said, “As a coach, you’re in early and home late, so you need to have a real desire and hunger. If you don’t love it enough, you should never get into it.”

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Both of these stars are now involved in the restaurant business. Bentley spent three years in Spain before relocating back to the UK, becoming involved with the La Sala group. As per reports, he now owns a chain of bars and various other businesses.

While reflecting on his alternate career, Bentley said, “I’ve learnt so many things being attached to businesses. With what I do now, every day is different. It really is exciting. Football; yes, it gives you comfort but in the end it became… it wasn’t exciting.”

The decorated career of Beckham

David Beckham is one of the most known football stars in the world. Having a glorious career for 21 years, David Beckham has won almost every accolade one player can. He has also made the move that revolutionized MLS.

Back in 2007, Beckham shocked the world as he took a hefty pay cut to come to the USA. A hidden clause in his contract allowed him an expansion team. The team would later go on to be Inter Miami. Interestingly, his team is making moves to bring Lionel Messi to the USA.

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