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'If me and my wife have an argument... I don't go to the cupboard and get a drink out': Paul Merson opens up on recovery from alcoholism and how former Arsenal star 'had enough of living the life he was living'

Paul Merson has opened up on his alcohol-related problems of the past, saying he 'had enough of living the life he was living' just 15 months ago.

At the beginning of mental health awareness week, former Arsenal and England defender Merson mentioned how he now deals with everyday issues in contrast to what he would do in years gone by.

Merson's problems with alcohol and gambling have been well-documented but talking on Monday morning on Sky Sports' The Football Show, the 52-year-old spoke in detail about his issues and how he has learnt to overcome them.