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    Floyd Mayweather splashes out £750k to complete never-before-seen luxury watch collection

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    FLOYD MAYWEATHER has splashed out three-quarters of a million pounds to complete a luxury watch collection.Mayweather, who retired from professional boxing in 2017, pocketed an estimated £900million ($1.2billion) across his pro fighting career before continuing to rake in the cash with exhibition matches.Floyd Mayweather splashed out £750,000 on a new set of watchesCredit: GettyMayweather bought a collection of four watchesCredit: @FloydMayweather/InstagramThey came in four different colours and cost $250k eachCredit: @FloydMayweather/InstagramEach one of the gemstone-encrusted watches was made by Avi and CoCredit: @FloydMayweather/InstagramThe 47-year-old has an estimated net worth of £336m and has made a number of mind-boggling purchases.This includes a £20m car collection, property – one of which he recently sold for $22.5m – and a watch collection.And he has now added a stunning gemstone-encrusted set of four Avi and Co watches to his collection.The four watches – all members of the Hue Collection – come in four different colours; blue, green, red and pink.READ MORE IN BOXINGEach watch reportedly cost $250,000, a retail price “Money” Mayweather could not refuse.The purchase has made him the first person in the world to own the full set, with the watches previously being kept in a special-edition winder-display box in New York.Avi and Co, founded in 2009, regularly fit their star-studded clientele with the luxury accessories.Following his purchase, Mayweather said on Instagram: “When the craftsmanship at @aviandco is this impeccable, choosing just one watch wasn’t an option… so I bought all four from the exclusive ‘Hue Collection.’ Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”This is the kind of quality you can only get from a jeweler who’s available 24/7, where the service is as priceless as the jewels. “A special thanks to @Forbes for consistently recognizing me and others in such a positive light—always a class act. Floyd Mayweather, 47, flashes wads of cash before flying out to exhibition fight against John Gotti III on private jetHe added: “The Hue collection hits hard.“People are constantly asking me about my Avi & Co. watches. It just feels right.”Forbes reported Mayweather already owned seven of the watches.Designer Avi Hiaeve said: “He’s a very close friend of mine. We’ve been doing business for a long time and outside of business we are there for each other.”We talk about other things. He has always been my supporter.”Mayweather’s last exhibition bout came last month in a rematch against John Gotti III – a fight in which Mayweather appeared to AXE the referee mid fight. More

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      Cole Palmer shows off stunning Rolex watch with design that has perfect nod to his goal celebration

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      ENGLAND and Chelsea star Cole Palmer has proved himself to be cold as ice on the pitch.But it seems he has also taken steps to reflect that ice cool persona off it as well.Cole Palmer was spotted wearing a rolex watch while in the England Euro 2024 campCredit: GettyPalmer’s platinum Rolex potentially costs nearly a full weeks wages for himCredit: RolexBut the ice blue tint was seen as a nod to his celebrationCredit: AlamyPalmer, who scored for the Three Lions in the final of Euro 2024 after coming off the bench, was spotted wearing a Rolex while in the England camp.And according to GQ Magazine, the watch in question was a 40mm Rolex Daytona Cosmograph.The designer watch costs a pocket-heavy £13,200 for a standard version.However, the 22-year-old’s watch was slightly different.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLRather than a plain white dial, Palmer’s watch had a blue-tint to it, marking it out as a platinum version.Rolex’s website retails the platinum edition of the watch at a staggering £66,800 – or £72,200 if diamonds are added.Palmer signed for the Blues from Manchester City last summer before going on to score 27 goals and adding 15 assists in all competitions.His transfer saw him also land a tidy pay boost from £20,000 a week at the Etihad to £75,000 a week at Stamford Bridge.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSo it appears Palmer has used his wage hike to splash out on his swanky new watch.And we would wager Chelsea fans will argue it was well-earned.England footy ace Cole Palmer does his famous Cold CelebrationThey were also convinced it was a tidy nod to his “chilly” celebration.Reacting to his new accessory, one fan said: “They told me Cole Palmer has ZERO Aura.”Chelsea’s pre-season tourHere is a look at Chelsea’s full tour of the USA:Chelsea vs Wrexham – July 24 – Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, CaliforniaChelsea vs Celtic – July 27 – Notre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, IndianaChelsea vs Club America – July 31 – Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GeorgiaChelsea vs Manchester City – August 3 – Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OhioChelsea vs Real Madrid – August 6 – Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North CarolinaGotham FC vs Chelsea Women – August 19 – Red Bull Arena, Harrison, New JerseyChelsea Women vs Arsenal Women – August 25 – Audi Field, Washington DCA second said: “That’s lovely.”A third added: “The cold Aura.”Another said: “This watch is really cold.”A fifth said: “We can go ice for ice, no players beats Cole Palmer.” More

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      Tyson Fury’s insane watch collection, from a £500k ‘Ring of Fire’ timepiece to a Richard Mille worn by Felipe Massa

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      TYSON FURY boasts an enviable life.His epic lifestyle featuring expensive motors, fancy homes and designer clobber knows no bounds.Tyson Fury shows off a £500k Jacob & Co timepieceThe commemorative ‘Ring of Fire’ watch features figurines of Oleksandr Usyk and FuryThe watch face resembles the world title belt and there is a hand with a boxing glove on either sideBut it’s his taste in watches that is beginning to define him as boxing’s ultimate showman.Ahead of the “Ring of Fire” fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with Oleksandr Usyk, the 35-year-old showed off a stunning £500,000 Jacob & Co timepieceBefore that, we’ve seen Fury align himself with brands including Rolex, Richard Mille and Hublot.That got us thinking about his epic watch collection, and how much it is worth.Read more Tyson Fury newsFind out the answer below.Jacob & Co ‘Ring of Fire’, £500kFury has joined a roster of sports talent including Nick Kyrigos, Emi Martinez and Valtteri Bottas who Jacob & Co are entrusting with their brand.Their latest piece for the Gypsy King has marked the occasion of the big fight against Usyk with a watch they’ve called Ring of Fire, after the name given to Saturday’s clash.It features a mini version of Usyk and Fury on the dial, is made from rose gold and includes sapphire crystals as well as an anti-reflective coating.Most read in BoxingA version identical to the ones worn by the boxing stars will be auctioned on May 17.The auction will be held by Sotheby’s, and all proceeds will go to Make-A-Wish International.Inside Tyson and Paris Fury’s luxurious lifestyleJacob & Co Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon, £300kWith only a limited run of just 126 timepieces, this was Tyson’s first Jacob & Co.He received it ahead of his clash with Francis Ngannou from the American brand’s boutique in Riyadh.It is named after the famous Bugatti Chiron car, which it pays homage to.Made from DLC-Coated Titanium, the movement features a staggering 578 parts which can all be seen under an enormous sapphire crystal.Before facing off against Francis Ngannou, Fury added a Jacob & Co Bugatti Chiron watch to his collectionFury seen showing off his stunning Bugatti Chiron on his wristRichard Mille RM011, £200kFamously worn by F1 ace Felipe Massa, Richard Mille is another brand adorned by sports stars.Rafa Nadal has one, while Pep Guardiola has recently been seen on the touchline with a Richard Mille timepiece decorating his wrist.Released in 2007, the RM011 is available in various incarnations.The one Tyson has been seen wearing is made from 18-carat rose gold, and has a skeletonised dial.This Richard Mille watch is part of Fury’s collection and is worth a cool £200kRolex Rose Gold Rainbow Daytona, £400kRolex is another go-to for Fury.He once offered his gold, diamond-encrusted Rolex Daytona Rainbow Sapphire watch to whoever could beat him in the ring.Needless to say, it must still be in his collection because he’s unbeaten.And lucky for him if it is, because brand new he paid £76,000 – but now, as a collector’s item, you see some sold online for as much as £400,000.It’s special because the multi-coloured bezel is set with baguette cut sapphires.The very rare Rolex Daytona Rainbow Sapphire is now a collector’s item worth £400kRolex Oyster Perpetual, £15kSitting alongside glam wife Paris, while popping open a bottle of bubbly, Tyson showed off another Rolex while filming Netflix seriues At Home With the Furys.The classic Oyster Perpetual may be the most modest in his collection, but it certainly doesn’t lack class.His is in coral red and made of steel.It has since been discontinued which means its value has sky rocketed.A scene from At Home With the Furys saw Tyson show off his RolexThe Rolex Oyster Perpetual with coral red face is worth around £15kPatek Philippe Nautilus 5980 Steel, £90kAs we have been told by the Swiss watchmakers, “You never actually own a Patek Philippe. You merely look after it for the next generation.”If that’s the case, Fury will have seven kids eager to get their hands on this stunning timepiece.Made of stainless steel, his has a blue dial.A favourite among Premier League footballers, the Nautilus is Patek Philippe’s sports watch.It is powered by a mechanical, self-winding movement.Fury’s Patek Philippe is made of stainless steelHublot Spirit Of Big Bang Red Magic, £28kKylian Mbappé, Usain Bolt, Jose Mourinho and Dustin Johnson have all had sponsorship deals with Hublot.So it makes sense for Fury to delve into their collection of watches.He went with the Big Bang model, also worn by tennis legend Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon.READ MORE SUN STORIESWith features like an annual calendar and dual time-zone, this Swiss-made watch exemplifies precision and sophistication.So, how much does that make Fury’s watch collection worth? Just over £1.5million we reckon at today’s prices… but watch this space.Hublot’s Big Bang model is favoured by sports stars including Novak Djokovic More

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      Inside Xabi Alonso’s glamorous life, from wife who Liverpool team-mate tried to pull to model shoots and love of cars

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      XABI ALONSO is the talk of the town in Germany and Liverpool.The Bayer Leverkusen manager has the club seven points clear at the top of the Bundesliga.
      Xabi Alonso is top of the Bundesliga and is the man linked to replace Jurgen KloppCredit: Getty
      But how about the man away from football?
      This has firmly put them on course to land their first Bundesliga title in their 120-year history.
      Alonso has grown a strong reputation in coaching for his innovative and attractive brand of football.
      Whether he is the man to replace the departing Jurgen Klopp at Anfield remains to be seen, given there are a number of other candidates to consider.
      But what about the man away from the pitch and tactics board?
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      Star crossed lovers
      Alonso is married to Nagore Aranburu.
      The couple tied the knot all the way back in 2009, a month before Alonso left Liverpool for Real Madrid.
      They met when Alonso was still a teenager and playing for boyhood club Real Sociedad.
      Alonso and Nagore have had three children together, Jontxe born in 2008,  Ane, born in 2010 and Emma, born in 2013.
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      Xabi Alonso married wife Nagore Aranburu in 2009Credit: AFP
      They first met when Alonso was a kid at Real SociedadCredit: Getty
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      Nagore has worked as a model, actress and fashion designer.
      But one hilarious tale came while she worked as a hotel receptionist in Liverpool.
      Ex-Reds ace and Alonso team-mate Peter Crouch recalled the first time he met Nagore.
      Crouch confessed his love at first-sight reaction to meeting Nagore, before Liverpool team-mates including Jamie Carragher broke the news to him that she was with Alonso.
      He said: “On signing for Liverpool I stayed at the Hope Street Hotel.
      “On reception was a girl so good-looking I couldn’t quite believe she was smiling at me all the time.
      The couple have three children togetherCredit: AFP
      Despite busy work schedules they have always made time to enjoy days out togetherCredit: Splash News
      “I told the lads in training, ‘honestly, she’s beautiful, I think I’ve got a shout here.’ Jamie Carragher called a few other senior players over, ‘tell them again, Crouchie.’
      “So I did, ‘amazing. Dark-haired. Spanish-looking. I’m in there.’ It turned out she was Xabi Alonso’s partner.
      “She was doing a bit of work to practise her language skills. He was nice about it. So was she. Carra less so.”
      Despite their busy lifestyles, Alonso and Nagore have always been sure to make time to spend with one another.
      While at Bayern Munich Alonso and Nagore were a regular sight during Oktoberfest celebrations.
      Following Alonso’s retirement from football in 2017 the pair were spotted enjoying a walk on the beach during a family holiday to California.
      Alonso has also revealed the pair love a trip to the museum and going for a mountain drive with the family.
      Alonso and Nagore were often sighted at Oktoberfest celebrationsCredit: AFP
      Alonso revealed the family used to enjoy mountain car ridesCredit: Getty
      Petrolhead and modelling
      Perhaps it is an echo of his sleek playing style, but whenever Alonso is pictured in a car it is one of elegant design.
      And his fashion sense goes in the same direction.
      Alonso loves getting behind the wheel of classic beamers, with a number of Instagram posts showing him driving a variety of classic cars.
      During his time in Munich, Alonso modelled for Porsche and Adidas as they launched the Porsche Design Sport SS17 and sportswear range.
      Alonso modelled for the launch of the Adidas Porsche Design Sport SS17Credit: Adidas / Porsche

      Alonso and Nagore living the high life
      The pair, seen posing for Adidas Porsche Design Sport SS17, really are the model couple
      However, when going to training he would drive a rather inconspicuous Audi, rather than his classic Mercedes 190 SL convertible.
      Cost estimates for that car today put it between £70,000 to £166,000.
      In an interview with Mr Porter, Alonso – who has been likened to James Bond – is seen driving a Porsche 356 and not looking one bit out of place.
      One thing Alonso can’t stand is the idea of tattoos on his body.
      In a 2016 interview with Sueddeutsche Zeitung, Alonso said: “They [friends] know that they have zero chance with me.
      “By the way, I am not against tattoos in principle. It may well be that this looks cool on others.
      “But not for me. I just can’t imagine myself with piercings, chains or anything else. Obviously, I’m hopelessly old-fashioned.”
      Alonso has always championed a sleek fashion styleCredit: Adidas / Porsche
      One thing he can’t get behind are tattoos on his bodyCredit: Adidas / Porsche
      Alonso is also pretty fed up of the idea that footballers have bad taste in music and TV shows, saying: “It’s the eternal cliché that footballers don’t have taste.
      “I think that’s pretty unfair. But I already know that, I’ve gotten used to it.”
      He has previously raved about hit shows like True Detective and Fargo, describing them as “masterpieces”, while also revealing bands he has listened to.
      The Shins, The Flaming Lips, The Delgados, The Velvet Underground and Lou Reed to name a few.
      Special moments are like watch links
      Despite his often suave appearance, Alonso is not one who often dresses to impress.
      But when he does, he goes all out, and watches are the crown jewel of his wardrobe.
      Alonso has likened special moments in his life and career to links in a watch.
      He told The Journal: “For me, every special moment is bound to be linked to a particular watch, and whenever I put it on I’m transported back to that moment – such as when we won the Champions League with Liverpool or the World Cup with Spain.”
      Jurgen Klopp’s successor?By Dan King
      XABI ALONSO ticks almost every box to succeed Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager, and if Bayer Leverkusen don’t let their lead at the top of the Bundesliga slip the case for him to do so will be irresistible.
      The former Kop idol knows the club inside out after five seasons at Anfield and has made no secret of his enduring affection.
      Alonso has already forged a reputation as an innovative coach playing an attractive, pressing style, usually in a fluid 3-4-2-1 formation.
      He has taken Leverkusen from second bottom of the Bundesliga to seven-points clear at the top, putting them on course to be crowned German champions for the first time in their 120-year history.
      It’s worth remembering that both Rafa Benitez and Klopp arrived at Anfield with proof they could dethrone clubs who dominated their leagues
      For Alonso to do the same, in only his second season as a top-flight manager, would mark him out as something special.
      It is that lack of long-term experience that would still make appointing him to replace Klopp a gamble.
      But otherwise, he looks like the perfect candidate as Liverpool are forced to plan a future without the man who made them champions of England, Europe and the world.

      A IWC Steel Ingenieur Automatic 40, £10,500, similar to the one Alonso was givenCredit: IWC
      Alonso shows off one of his many watches on a trip to London with Nagora
      Watches in his collection include Rolex, Patek Philippe, Franck Muller, Audemars Piguet and Panerai – not that he has a particular desire to show off such accessories for fear of coming across as vulgar.
      However, his favourite and most special member of his watch collection was a gift from Nagora on their wedding day – an IWC Ingenieur – worth £10,500 according to Watches of Switzerland.
      For Alonso, the stunning watch “represents the fact that I had found a woman who thought about me, about what I like, and my personality.
      “I don’t wear it much, just on really special occasions.”
      Alonso says he likes IWC watches in general because “they’re not overly showy, attention-grabbing watches” and “have a certain sophistication without being flashy”.
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      The old saying goes: “You can tell a lot about a man from the shoes he’s wearing and the watch he has on.”
      And it seems for Alonso, simple but beautiful efficiency is runs through everything he does. More

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      Inside Erling Haaland’s amazing watch collection worth £1million, including timepieces by Rolex and Audemars Piguet

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      ERLING HAALAND boasts an amazing array of watches worth over £1million.The Man City hotshot, 22, has been banging in goals for the Premier League title challengers in a timely fashion all season.
      Watch collector Erling Haaland owns some amazing time pieces and is the face of BreitlingCredit: The Mega Agency
      He has already equalled Mo Salah’s 32 goal record in the Premier League during a 38-game season – and looks set to shatter that with eight games left to play.
      Off the pitch, he likes to spend his reported £375,000 on some amazing timepieces.
      On top of his deal with Breitling, we look at what Haaland loves to decorate his wrist with.
      10.  Rolex ‘Starbucks’ – £15,000
      Introduced in 2020, the Rolex Submariner Kermit, often referred to as the Starbucks model, comes with a redesigned case of 41mm.
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      It is made in stainless steel and has a green ceramic bezel on the wrist.
      Haaland took to Instagram – showing off the watch in a sponsored ad.
      The Rolex ‘Starbucks’ has since been discontinued and is in Haaland’s collectionCredit: Rolex
      9. Rolex ‘Hulk’ – £22,500
      The Rolex Submariner Hulk 11610LV was released in 2010, and is now a real collector’s item.
      Originally, it cost around £7,600 – but its price has soared since Rolex discontinued the Kermit model (above).
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      Haaland flashed the watch, a favourite of former Kenyan President Mr. Uhuru Kenyatta, on a preseason break away.
      In today’s market, the Rolex ‘Hulk’ could be worth as much as £22,500
      8. Rolex ‘Smurf’ – £37,800
      Coming in 18k white gold, the Smurf has a blue cerachrom bezel with a matching blue dial and large luminescent hour markers.
      Considering Haaland plays for the blue half of Manchester, it is very fitting.
      This Submariner looks the part on his wrist, paired down with a tracksuit.
      Made in 18k white gold, the Rolex ‘Smurf’ is another Haaland’s favourites
      7. Rolex ‘Root Beer’ – £38,600
      Made in a flashier 18k rose gold, this GMT-Master II was first introduced in 2018.
      A black dial and a cerachrom bezel with a combination of black and brown give it a classy feel.
      Proving it’s popular with great strikers, Real Madrid legend Karim Benzema is also the proud owner of one.
      Erling Haaland flashes his Rolex ‘Root Beer’
      The Rolex ‘Root Beer’ is a favourite of other footballers including Karim Benzema
      6. Rolex Daytona green dial – £77,200
      One of the most sought after Rolex watches around, pop star Drake is a celebrity wearer.
      Coming in yellow gold with a green dial, it first appeared in 2016.
      It screams classic.
      Haaland pictured wearing his elegant Rolex Daytona
      Rolex Daytona Green dial
      5. Rolex Daytona ice blue dial – £110,900
      A platinum Rolex with a ice blue dial and a cerachrom bezel, it’s as cold as Haaland’s finishing in front of goal.
      And it comes with a hefty price tag too.
      At just under £111,000, it’s certainly an eye-catching statement piece.
      All in blue, Haaland matched his outfit with an expensive Rolex Daytona
      The Rolex Daytona costs £110,900
      4. Patek Philippe Nautilus blue dial – £112,595
      The blue dial Patek Philippe Nautilus is another footballer’s favourite.
      Again, Karim Benzema is an advocate. While Lionel Messi, Sergio Ramos and more worship the brand.
      Haaland, too, has jumped on the bandwagon.
      Classic Philippe Nautilus blue dial
      3. Rolex Daytona ‘Eye of the Tiger’ – £241,275
      The most expensive Rolex in his collection, this 40mm beauty has a diamond-laced tiger-print dial, a gem-set yellow-gold bezel with 36 trapeze-cut diamonds, and diamond hour markers.
      LeBron James and Neymar Jr have also been spotted wearing it.
      At over £240,000, that’s just a weekly wage for Haaland.
      Rolex Daytona ‘Eye of the tiger’ watch is worth an amazing £241,275Credit: Rolex
      2. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak salmon dial – £241,275
      From what we’ve seen on social media, Haaland has invested in at least two Royal Oak Audemars Piguet timepieces.
      The first boasts a salmon coloured dial, a “Grande Tapisserie” pattern, white gold hour-markers and Royal Oak hands with luminescent coating, and a salmon toned inner bezel.
      With just 300 ever made, it’s truly invaluable.
      With just 300 available this Audemarts Piguet Royal Oak is invaluable
      1. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo ‘Extra-Thin’ yellow sunburst dial – £281,445
      The most expensive watch in Haaland’s safe (we imagine) is this yellow gold Royal Oak Jumbo ‘Extra-Thin’ 16202BA.
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      It has a smoked yellow gold-toned dial with Petite Tapisserie pattern, yellow gold applied hour-markers and Royal Oak hands with luminescent coating.
      It was released to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Royal Oak style in 2022.
      Erling Haaland models his most expensive watch
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      I played for Man Utd and England but fell out of love with the game… now I’m selling luxury watches for millions

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      HE WON the Premier League title with Manchester United and even earned eight England caps.But now the former footballer is selling luxury watches for millions of pounds.
      This former England international is now trading expensive watchesCredit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzFa2Ax9z8U
      Kieran Richardson hung up his boots and retired aged just 33.
      However, he continues to make the big bucks and travel the world with his new business venture.
      The former Red Devils wide man, now 38, co-owns the Broadwalk Group, specialising in buying and selling expensive timepieces.
      Richardson’s love of watches started aged 16 when he bought his first Cartier Tank model and has now made exclusively trading Richard Milles, Patek Philippes, Audemars Piguets and Rolexes.
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      Asked about some of his biggest sales, the former footballer said: “Definitely a Richard Mille, for sure. It must have been around $2.3m [£1.7m].
      “It was to an Asian client, an RM Skull – big money.
      “We all start somewhere. When I first got into watches, I bought a Rolex for £14,000, then £18,000 then £21,000 then I made £3,000 on that watch.
      “You get more confidence, you’ve got to get involved.
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      “Spend what you can afford, enjoy it, wear the watches, and collect, I know London can be unsafe, some buy them strictly as investments and leave them in a vault.
      “Every day I’m learning, you have to know your products.”
      Richardson once turned down someone trying to sell him a watch worth £300,000 because it was “too niche” and had a Lamborghini Murcielago and Ferrari 458 in his garage.
      He has a number of major clients and believes his fame from his football career has helped him gain trust.
      Richardson added on The Steven Sulley Study: “Life’s about experiences for me, I’m not driven by money.
      “I’d rather have a great holiday, drive a car hard, it’s a thrill. There’s no point buying a car if you’re not going to feel it.
      “You have to make sure you trust your dealer. I find with my background and who I am, people don’t feel I’m going to rump them and run away with £100,000 because I don’t need your £100,000.
      “I get a lot of customers from the trust side and that’s fine.
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      “I have a lot of clients but don’t like to tell the big names – I don’t want to open that can of worms, these watches are proper assets.
      “I’m private. I have massive clients, trust me – it’s different if they want to put it out there. I am thinking about people, not the pound notes. Safety.
      “I only invest what I know and it can go t**s up but it can be very profitable too – I’ve made money from it.”
      Richardson came through the United academy, making 81 first-team appearances between 2002 and 2007.
      He also had spells with West Brom, Sunderland, Fulham, Aston Villa and finally Cardiff.
      But by that 2016-17 season, the Greenwich-born ace was ready to pack it in.
      Richardson, who played under both Sir Alex Ferguson and Roy Keane, added: “I miss my team-mates, the changing room, the banter but I don’t miss the football itself, having to lace my boots and go out at 3pm.
      “By the end of my career, it became a job, I fell out of love with it and lost that spark. I still enjoyed it but lost that love.
      I am an Arsenal fan… I knocked them out the FA Cup and scored against themKieran Richardson
      “Paul Scholes is definitely the most talented footballer I’ve been around.
      “Sir Alex is No1, the best manager of all time. I really enjoyed working for Roy – he got the best out of me, he’s the best pundit now.
      “Both were fiery, but Roy was probably more. He would never ask you to do something he couldn’t do himself.
      “Being a captain is about leading and getting the best of the team and he was perfect at that, everyone respected that.
      “Everyone sees him on TV – he was the same on the pitch and in the changing room.”
      Despite his spell with United at the peak of the rivalry with Arsenal, Richardson is a boyhood Gunners fan – and is enjoying being a supporter in his retirement.
      The 2006 League Cup winner concluded: “I watch football so much now – I didn’t watch it much as a footballer, I didn’t really care.
      “Now as someone not playing, I enjoy being an Arsenal fan, I’m buying a season ticket next season.
      “I don’t think there was a conflict of interests.
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      “I am an Arsenal fan but when you play for a club, you aren’t thinking about Arsenal. Whichever club you’re at, that’s the team you are riding for.
      “I knocked Arsenal out of the FA Cup and I scored against them.”
      Richardson won the League Cup alongside Wayne Rooney in 2006Credit: Getty – Contributor
      He made 81 appearances for the Red Devils across five yearsCredit: Reuters
      Richardson supports Arsenal despite his United connectionsCredit: Getty Images – Getty More