Former Scotland and Premier League star declared bankrupt after racking up debts of more than £2.5m

Former Scotland international James McFadden has been declared bankrupt after accumulating debts totalling more than £2.5million. The 42-year-old, who currently works as a pundit for Sky Sports, submitted a voluntary bankruptcy application after his outstanding liabilities reached £2,594,192. McFadden’s insolvency comes seven years after he narrowly escaped a similar financial collapse, having failed to clear…

Scotland legend and former Premier League star James McFadden declared bankrupt as staggering debts are revealed

By TAMARA PRENN, SENIOR SPORTS REPORTER Published: 23:35 AEDT, 7 January 2026 | Updated: 23:44 AEDT, 7 January 2026 Former Everton star and Scotland international James McFadden has been declared bankrupt after accruing debts of over £2.5million, according to reports.  The 42-year-old signed for Everton in 2003 after winning the Scottish PFA Young Player of…