As his playing days draw to a close, however, the Italian is seeking fresh opportunities. 

Some players move into coaching, and some offer their expertise to analyse games as a pundit. 

Totti, however, has dipped into reality television, appearing on the Italian Big Brother.

On arrival, the 40-year-old took his seat in the diary room and conducted a quiz, before taking selfies with the housemates and making a swift exit. 

A wise choice as he gears up for Roma’s visit to Sassuolo this evening in Serie A.