Leonardo Ulloa, a key player in Leicester City's historic Premier League title win in 2016, has found success in a surprising new career. The former striker, who scored crucial goals for the Foxes during their remarkable season, has transitioned into the world of confectionery.

A Hero on the Pitch

Ulloa, now 37, joined Leicester City in 2014 for a club-record fee of £8 million. He quickly made an impact, scoring twice in a thrilling victory over Manchester United. His goals played a crucial role in helping the team secure their place in the Premier League.

In the following season, Ulloa became an integral part of Claudio Ranieri's incredible squad. Despite starting only seven Premier League games, he delivered important goals, often coming off the bench to replace Shinji Okazaki. His defining moment came when he scored a sliding finish in the 89th minute to secure Leicester a 1-0 win over Norwich, causing seismic shockwaves of celebration.

A New Chapter

After leaving Leicester City, Ulloa had stints with Brighton, Mexican side Pachuca, and Spanish team Rayo Vallecano. However, it was in Madrid where he discovered his new passion. Rather than returning to his native Argentina, Ulloa settled in the Spanish capital with his family.

Ulloa's unexpected career change led him to join Sweet Monkey, a Madrid-based desserts company. Founded by pastry chef and chocolatier Javier Guillen, Sweet Monkey specializes in creating mouthwatering ice creams and frozen pastries packed with flavor and using fresh fruit.

The Perfect Ending

Ulloa's transition into the world of confectionery is the cherry on top of his successful football career. While he still remains involved in the world of football through player representation work, his new venture allows him to explore his passion for creating delicious treats.

Leonardo Ulloa's journey from football hero to confectionery connoisseur is a testament to his versatility and determination to embrace new challenges. As he continues to adapt to his new life, Ulloa can look back on his time with Leicester City with pride and look forward to a sweet future.