Addicted to Football: A Journey from Anfield to Almost Everywhere.

Addicted to Football: A Journey from Anfield to Almost Everywhere is the autobiography of former professional footballer Jon Newby, who played for Liverpool and clubs all over the country in the top eight tiers of the football pyramid. His story gives a fascinating insight into the unpredictable world of the journeyman footballer, covering battles with injuries, managers, and his own mind.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 28 March 2022
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd

Jon Newby, a former professional footballer, has written an autobiography titled "Addicted to Football: A Journey from Anfield to Almost Everywhere." His career took him from a single Premier League appearance with Liverpool to playing for clubs all over the country in the top eight tiers of the football pyramid. He also had a spell in Scottish football and ventured into non-league management. As a young player, Jon achieved his dream by walking out in front of a packed Kop at Anfield. However, his name was better known by Bury, Morecambe, and Colwyn Bay fans rather than by Liverpool fans.

His story provides a fascinating insight into the unpredictable world of the journeyman footballer, covering battles with injuries, managers, and even his own mind. Jon's biggest challenge came when he was diagnosed with an incurable heart condition, putting his life in serious danger. Despite this, he continued to play until his retirement in 2012.

Jon's autobiography is a testament to his determination and resilience in the face of adversity. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of football and the challenges that players face both on and off the field.

Weight: 488g
Dimension: 162 x 242 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801500739