When agents, sponsors and even the dad whose deals thrust him into the spotlight disappeared, Sonny became the ultimate cautionary tale for child prodigies. (Image: Action Images)By Sonny PikeBlue Peter came on the flight to Amsterdam with me and Dad. “Look at this street you’re going to,” Dad told me. (Image: TWITTER@sonnyPike01pike)“This is Sonny Pike, one of the most sought-after 12-year-olds in the country,” it began. Sonny Pike: The Greatest Footballer That Never Was, published by Reach Sport, is on sale next week.

Source: Daily Mirror May 21, 2021 20:29 UTC