“The Secret Player” is an insider’s account of professional football, where the anonymous author shares his personal experiences of playing in the English Premier League and for his national team. Going beyond what we see in the media and on television, the book examines various aspects of players’ lives—from psychological and physical pressures to personal and professional relationships. Using simple, intimate language, the author recounts behind-the-scenes stories from matches, training sessions, locker rooms, and even players’ private lives. He addresses topics such as superstitions among players and coaches, jokes and interactions within the team, as well as the financial and family challenges players face. One notable point in the book is the emphasis on the gap between the public image of footballers and the reality of their lives. While many people assume footballers lead luxurious, carefree lives, the author shows that they, too, struggle with their own problems and challenges. Author of “The Secret Player” The author of “The Secret Player” has not revealed his identity and wrote the book anonymously. He is a professional footballer who has played in four English football leagues and has worn his national team’s jersey many times. This anonymity has allowed him to express his experiences and views honestly and without any restrictions. Translation in Iran The book “The Secret Player” is a work written by an anonymous professional footballer in the English Premier League and published in Iran by Cheshmeh and translated by Vahid Namazi. Candid and honest, the book depicts the hidden aspects of professional footballers’ lives and acquaints readers with lesser-known realities of the football world.