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. One player who suffered from the latter was former Newcastle United midfielder Gael Bigirimana, who has opened up on the financial struggles he suffered when he looked to get his post-St James ' Park career back on track.