Paul Merson's life off screen - net worth, eight kids, three marriages and battling addiction
dailyrecord.co.ukArsenal legend Paul Merson is battling to remain in Strictly Come Dancing as the show returns this weekend.The former Premier League star narrowly avoided elimination in Week 3, with Toyah Wilcox being sent home instead.
Merson and his dance partner Karen Hauer managed to avoid the dreaded dance-off last week after a stellar performance.However, they face a challenging week ahead as they are set to perform the notoriously difficult Samba to the 1976 hit Car Wash, with bookies predicting their elimination.The Soccer Saturday pundit on Sky Sports has faced numerous challenges in his life, with his toughest battles occurring off the pitch.
The two-time First Division champion has been candid about his struggles with addiction and its impact on his mental health over the years, according to the Mirror.
The man who scored 99 goals in 423 appearances for Arsenal has rarely had a quiet moment in his rollercoaster life. And Mirror Sport has delved into the Premier League icon's past as he faces a pivotal Sunday, reports Wales Online.
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