Whether it’s Vinnie Jones starring in a Guy Ritchie film or Dion Dublin co-hosting BBC’s Homes Under the Hammer, life after football can take players on a very different path. BARNABY ROSTANT reports on some of the more unusual journeys footballers have taken post-retirement…

So stylish: Eric Cantona on the red carpet and, below, in Manchester United colours
ERIC CANTONA
Cantona was one of football’s last mavericks. He was a king to his followers at Manchester United, who he inspired to four Premier League titles in five years.
While still a contracted player at Old Trafford, Cantona began ...