He could have played first class cricket, but chose football. Scored 48 goals for England and won the Golden Boot in a World Cup. Never booked. Played for Barcelona, learned Spanish and speaks the language fluently. A relaxed and confident TV presenter. Married to Betty Boo*. Quick-witted, podcast pal of Danny Baker. Multi-millionaire.

But his greatest achievement is leading the opposition to the Government’s repulsive anti-immigration rhetoric and his absolute refusal to take back what he said. He’s great.

*actually, I’m not sure about that one.