Playing in Premier League is not as glamorous as it seems: Bendtner
Arsenal striker http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Nicklas-Bendtner-c27726 has spoken out about the difficulties professional football players face on and off the pitch. Bendtner has been a member of the Gunners squad since 2004, and has now revealed that his time in the English Premier League has
not been as glamorous as it would seem.
The Arsenal striker believes that his football career has cut into his personal life. He claimed that he had always been a true professional, concentrating on football first and foremost. However, he believes that his football career has stopped him from
exploring other avenues in life.
The Danish international added that the high wages of footballers come at a huge price. Bendtner said, “There is a price to pay as well for us players. Personally, I think I pay a big price with my body, my time and with never being able to have privacy
when I am out and around other people.”
He added, “I am not complaining. It's a natural part of being a professional footballer.”
Bendtner’s comments come in the wake of the massive spending spree by http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Fernando-Torres-c13707, who signed for Chelsea for a whopping 50 million pounds. Many
believe that footballers are overpaid for their duties. However, Bendtner claims that the players earn every penny of their wages.
The Dane said, “Somehow I believe that we (EPL players) must be worth our salaries. As long as I work as hard as I can, I believe I am worth what is coming my way. We spend an incredible amount of time, energy and focus on our football career. When we are
not training or playing matches, we still have to live for football.”
Bendtner has been having a rough time in the Premier League for the past few seasons. He has continuously struggled to secure his place in the Arsenal starting eleven. However, a string of stellar performances over the past few weeks has ensured he is getting
more chances to prove his worth.
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