Paul Gascoigne, the legendary English footballer, is opening up with some positive news about his health after years of personal battles.
At 58, Gazza has been through a lot — from addiction struggles to difficult times in the public eye — but now it seems he’s moving forward and seeing things in a new light.
Reflecting on Years of Struggle and Growth
Gascoigne has been very open about his long fight with alcohol addiction and mental health challenges.
Despite these hardships, he says he feels better than he has in a very long time.
In an interview with The Mirror, he expressed hope that people will finally get to see the “real” him, beyond the headlines and controversies.
“I feel better now than I have in years,” he shared.
“After all the ups and downs, I hope I’m at a point where I can look back on everything with a more positive outlook.”
New Book Tells His Story Through the Iconic Number Eight
Adding to this fresh start, Gazza is releasing a new book titled Eight, a nod to the famous jersey number he wore during his football career.
But the number also symbolizes something deeper — the wide range of emotions he has experienced throughout his life.
The book promises to give fans an honest, heartfelt glimpse into his journey.
A Glimpse Back at His Tumultuous Past
Gascoigne’s life hasn’t been without its dark chapters.
His marriage to Sheryl ended in divorce in 1998, amid serious domestic violence allegations.
He also had a short-lived managerial stint at Kettering Town in 2005, which only lasted 39 days, reportedly due to his struggles with alcohol.
Financial troubles followed, too. In 2008, he faced a bankruptcy petition over a large unpaid tax bill, and although he avoided full bankruptcy in 2011, he still owed thousands.
Public Challenges and Legal Issues Over the Years
Paul’s battle with addiction led to multiple rehab visits, starting as early as 1998.
In 2010, he was charged with drink driving and received a suspended sentence alongside a stint in rehab.
That same year, he was caught up in the dramatic police stand-off with Raoul Moat, bringing even more media attention.
His troubles didn’t end there — in 2015, he was given a restraining order following incidents involving an ex-girlfriend and an assault on a photographer.
Celebrating a Storied Football Career
Despite everything, Gascoigne remains one of England’s most iconic footballers.
He earned 57 caps for England between 1988 and 1998 and had an impressive club career playing for teams like Newcastle, Tottenham, Lazio, Rangers, Middlesbrough, and Everton.
His talent on the pitch is still fondly remembered by fans worldwide.