Two-time Premier League winner Joleon Lescott has made a surprising move to join the Baller League.
The 42-year-old former England defender was revealed as a wildcard selection for Deportrio in Week Two.
Deportrio is managed by popular football figures Alan Shearer, Micah Richards, and Gary Lineker.
Lescott, who is also a pundit for TNT Sports, played in Monday`s game where Deportrio won 7-3 against N5 FC. N5 FC is managed by Arsenal legends Jens Lehmann, Robert Pires, and Freddie Ljungberg.
Even KSI reacted to Lescott`s arrival, expressing surprise and jokingly suggesting the veteran defender needs a haircut.
Lescott is considered a strong addition to Deportrio’s team and contributed to their 7-3 victory in his first appearance.
Deportrio already has well-known former Premier League players like Marvin Sordell and Bakary Sako.
However, Lescott`s impressive background might make him the most accomplished player in the Baller League.
Lescott played 235 games for Wolves before joining Everton in 2006.
He played 143 games for Everton and then transferred to Manchester City for £22 million in 2009.
Lescott played 160 games for Manchester City, helping them win two league titles, one FA Cup, and one Carabao Cup.
The 26-time England international also played for West Brom, Aston Villa, and AEK Athens before finishing his professional career at Sunderland in 2017.
Fans reacted with amazement to Deportrio signing Lescott.
One fan commented, “What a coup.”
Another said, “Micah Richards pulling big punches.”
One more noted, “Flipping heck.”
Another added, “Fair enough.”
