Former England footballer Paul Merson has revealed that he never missed a day of training despite struggling with alcohol addiction during his playing career.
Merson, 54, has spoken openly in recent years about his addictions to alcohol, drugs and gambling during and after his days on the field.
The former Arsenal and Aston Villa player would have as many as 35 pints a week, he revealed on the Harry's Heroes documentary in 2020.
In an interview with the Telegraph though, Merson revealed that the extent of his drinking never forced him to miss a day of action.