Joe Cole, Luxury Player

’[Joe Cole’s] evocative new book…’ * Donald McRae, The Guardian *
Reflecting on the highs and lows of a stellar footballing career, Cole’s candid memoir confronts his long history of injuries alongside the numerous trophies he won with a string of high-profile clubs. * Mark Skinner, Waterstones’ Best Entertainment & Sports Books of 2025 *
A great, incredibly interesting book. I thought I knew Joe’s story, but there is so much here that I hadn’t heard before, he shares everything in full for the very first time. A must-read. * Jake Humphrey, High Performance Podcast *
A lovely read about a player who is far more unassuming than I’d imagined. It is, of course, mostly about a generational superstar talent who actually becomes more of an acclaimed superstar actor before injuries take their toll, but it’s also about fatherhood. The late George Cole is the undoubted star of this book, an extraordinary character… who proves, for so many reasons, everything a young man in the spotlight needs from a father. * Iain Macintosh, Route One *
Cole’s love-hate relationship with Mourinho is one compelling theme of his brilliantly candid book, Luxury Player. * Matt Barlow, Daily Mail *
Joe speaks brilliantly - and frankly - about his life growing up in Camden. Joe tells his story with wit and wisdom. * Dan Carrier, Camden New Journal *

Joe Cole is a former professional footballer who enjoyed a distinguished career playing for West Ham United, Chelsea, Liverpool, Lille, Aston Villa, Coventry City, and the Tampa Bay Rowdies.

Regarded as one of the most technically gifted English players of his generation, Cole achieved legendary status at both West Ham and Chelsea. Throughout his club career, he made 679 appearances, scoring 94 goals. His trophy cabinet includes three Premier League titles, two FA Cups, and one League Cup. He also won the Intertoto Cup with West Ham.

At the international level, Joe Cole earned 56 caps for the England national team, representing his country in three World Cups.

He is now a respected football pundit for TNT Sports.

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