As Manchester United get set to face Everton in the Premier League, an unexpected connection between the clubs stands out: a former player from both teams who has since become a billionaire in social media.
Names like Wayne Rooney, Phil Neville and Romelu Lukaku stand out among those who have played for the Red Devils and the Toffees.
But, in a certain way, Louis Saha is the most impressive figure in that group. He made the switch from Old Trafford to Goodison Park in 2008, and it is unlikely anyone could have predicted just how much his post-football career would take off.
Louis Saha now owns a company worth billions
Saha is the founder of AxisStars, a private networking platform designed for athletes and entertainers, helping them connect with reliable advisors, business partners, and support services tailored to their careers.
He is also behind Axis 10 Sports Consulting, a firm that provides financial, legal, and post-career advice to professional athletes.
The idea came from his own experiences in football. He wanted to give players a way to avoid common mistakes and better prepare for life after sport.
According to OLBG, AxisStars is now valued at an incredible £4.3bn.
When the platform launched, Saha said: “Now I’ve retired, I still have a huge role to play sharing my experience with young players.
“I wish I had a platform like this as a player – it would have helped me manage my career plan and plan for the future a lot better.”
Saha supports thousands of athletes
Speaking to The Guardian about his work with AxisStars, Saha said: “I still get asked for advice by different people on a daily basis.
“For instance, my agent called me to say he had a talented French footballer who he wants to bring to England, and asked me for advice on how to create a tailor-made training programme.
“I put him in touch with people I used to work with.
“This kind of player could join Axis as he can then search for a personal coach in his region.
“It is a hard process but it’s so rewarding, because if I can help 100,000 people, it’s the best thing I’ve ever done,” he concluded.
The business idea was an impressive one and has been executed well. Saha is undoubtedly one of the wealthiest former footballers globally, possessing a sharp business acumen to match his impressive footballing intelligence.
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