The True Value of Football Stars' Legs: Billions Resting on a Single Injury

The football industry handles amounts of money that are hard to put into words. Some of the biggest stars have transcended the boundaries of sport and become global businesses. Yet these world-class 'brands' are still human. One serious injury can change everything. Clubs are fully conscious of the financial price of such a risk. While exact figures are kept confidential, it is clear that players' physical condition is not just a sporting concern but one of massive financial investment.