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.