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"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

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"That was insane!" a youthful voice bellowed inside the hospital room.

Wayne Rooney, who had just stepped in, raised a brow at the outburst. His gaze landed on David, who sat up in bed, looking elated. Amused, Rooney smiled. "Seeing you this happy, I'm guessing it's good news?"

David only nodded, still caught up in his thoughts. "Yeah, the doctors said—" He trailed off, his mind drifting back to what had unfolded just moments ago while he was watching the match.

He had been watching with a grin on his face, completely engrossed. Rooney had just bagged his second goal of the game, sealing a dominant 5–0 victory. David had always known his coach was a legend—he was Wayne Rooney, after all. But this? This was something else. After training and playing alongside him, David had started to grasp just how vast the gap truly was.

And then a realization struck him.

Coach meets Agent