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“An incredible life story in a very funny and frank book. I laughed out loud!” – Paul Ross, Extra Time on talkSport
“I’ve always been able to spot a really good player –
many people might say the same – but seeing something in a player and what they are capable of is something I’ve always prided myself on.”
Barry Silkman boasts an impressive playing career which lasted 16 years, playing for 11 different clubs including Manchester City. A gifted and skilful player, he always felt he had an eye for spotting talent. When a friend was without a club and Silks brokered him a two-year contract, many others soon began calling him and his life as a football agent began.
Silky’s talents transferred across to the showbiz industry where he organised artists and tours in a fascinating post-playing career. Some of the names he worked with were Mickie Most, David Gest, Rod Stewart, Kim Wilde, Phil Collins, and Dionne Warwick.
The Not So Secret Football Agent tells the incredible story of Silkman’s career from player to agent with colourful anecdotes of all the characters he encountered along the way…
From the Publisher
Publisher : Reach Sport
Publication date : 23 Jan. 2025
Language : English
Print length : 288 pages
ISBN-10 : 1914197739
ISBN-13 : 978-1914197734
Item weight : 180 g
Dimensions : 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.7 cm
