He is now an ambassador for Gamble Aware where he travels round the UK helping others fight the addiction.
With his experiences in football, management and personal life he has now become one of the best motivational speakers in the industry. Through his stories he is able to leave an audience inspired and motivated to succeed no matter what hurdles they may come across.
John now works as a pundit for the BBC and BT Sports, and also runs his own foundation helping others fight testicular cancer. He raises money through an annual golf day, a charity ball and has climbed Kilimanjaro five times.