Breaking: Bayern Munich star Xabi Alonso announces retirement
“It’s not an easy decision but I think that the right moment has come”, Xabi Alonso, 35, told Bayern Munich official website.
“I’ve always wanted to retire as soon as possible. I’m still feeling good, but I think this is the right moment. I have had many experiences. I played for Liverpool, Real Sociedad, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, four big clubs plus my national team. I’ve never thought I could have had such an important career.”
Bayern Munich legend Philip Lahm will also retire at the end of the season leaving Bayern Munich without two experienced players for the next campaign.
Ein ganz Großer verabschiedet sich!@XabiAlonso verkündet sein Karriereende im Sommer.
— FC Bayern München (@FCBayern) March 9, 2017
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Lived it. Loved it.
— Xabi Alonso (@XabiAlonso) March 9, 2017
Farewell beautiful game. pic.twitter.com/1aSN7GGNzZ