EDUCATION, EDUCATION...

As an aspiring footballer and a current A-level student, I’ve witnessed many team-mates forsake their education in the pursuit of stardom. Aside from putting all of their eggs in one basket, these players will likely reach adulthood with no professional contract and no backup plan. With a number of Premier League footballers suffering financial problems after retiring, making higher education mandatory for every player under 21 is a must. Gone should be the days of a player with only five GCSES. The game now demands a new type of player – the educated footballer. Lucas Petropoulos, via email