Top ten Celtic Richest players that become poor

Here’s a look at notable former Celtic players who struggled financially post-retirement:

1. John Hartson – A Celtic legend, Hartson has been open about facing financial struggles after his career. His gambling addiction and unsuccessful business ventures left him in a difficult situation financially, but he has since turned things around.
2. Chris Sutton – The former Celtic striker, who enjoyed a successful career in the Premier League and Scotland, reportedly faced financial difficulties due to poor investments. He has since rebuilt his career as a pundit.
3. Charlie Nicholas – Nicholas, known for his time at Celtic and Arsenal, had financial difficulties after retirement. He has since transitioned to media work but has been candid about the financial strain after leaving football.
4. George Connelly – A highly talented Celtic player in the 1970s, Connelly struggled with both personal and financial issues after retiring early from the game. He faced a turbulent time due to poor decisions.
5. Stan Collymore – Although Collymore only briefly played at Celtic, he is a high-profile case of a player who had wealth but struggled financially due to personal issues, including depression and bad business decisions.
6. Derek Riordan – Once considered one of Scotland’s brightest talents, Riordan faced financial struggles after a nomadic career and early retirement. Poor financial planning contributed to his post-football difficulties.
7. Rab Douglas – The former Celtic goalkeeper, after his retirement, admitted to facing financial challenges due to a lack of financial literacy during his playing days.
8. Frank McAvennie – A fan favorite, McAvennie lived a high-profile, glamorous lifestyle during his career, but admitted to facing financial difficulties after football.
9. Eyal Berkovic – A brief Celtic player, Berkovic was involved in business ventures that didn’t pan out well, leading to financial difficulties later in life.
10. Morten Wieghorst – Though not widely discussed, Wieghorst faced similar post-career financial challenges, like many footballers, due to risky investments or poor financial advice.

These players highlight the common issue many athletes face—despite their wealth during their playing careers, financial difficulties can arise due to lifestyle choices, bad investments, or a lack of long-term financial planning.

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