David_Adetola

"Football isn't just a game"—it's life.

For 16-year-old David Jones, football is more than a sport; it's an escape, a calling, and the only thing that makes sense in a world full of challenges. The electric thrill of scoring a last-minute winner, the roar of the crowd—it’s the closest thing to freedom he knows.

But David's journey is far from simple. Blessed with extraordinary talent yet burdened by fiery anger, he’s fighting battles on and off the pitch. Growing up as the son of a Nigerian immigrant and a British mother, David navigates the pressures of cultural expectations, the weight of his own ambitions, and the scrutiny of a sport that demands perfection.

Passion drives him forward, but his temper holds him back. Can he channel his emotions and prove himself worthy of being football's next big star?
 David Jones: The Next big thing is a gripping coming-of-age story about resilience, identity, and the unrelenting pursuit of dreams.


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The Next Big Thing

Jonathan paced frantically in his small, rented motel he was staying at in derby, hands tugging at his hair as he stared at his phone. His mind was racing a thousand miles an hour. "What the hell is wrong with Wayne Rooney?!" he shouted, his voice rising in frustration. "The guy's already made his money, why the hell does he care about one little player like David?!" He slammed his fist against the desk, his mind spiraling into panic.

"Fuck, fuck, fuck…" he muttered, running his hand over his face. "I can't let this deal slip through my fingers. Not after all the work I've put in. Manchester United… they're ready to offer him everything! I can't let Rooney ruin this for me. I've got to figure out how to convince this kid—how to make him see what's at stake."

He stared at the ceiling for a moment, his thoughts swirling. "David's young. He doesn't know how much money this really is. He'll listen to me. He has to."

The Weight of Ambition