Thiago Alcântara on Monday announced his retirement from professional football following the expiration of his contract with Liverpool.
Undoubtedly one of the best players in his position, the former Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Spain player has made the decision to retire aged 33 after struggling with a series of injuries during his four-year stint at Anfield.
“I will always be willing to give back what I have been given and I am grateful for the time I have enjoyed it,” Thiago wrote in a post on X.
“Thank you, football. And to all who accompanied me and made me a better player and person along the way.”
Thiago Alcântara joined Liverpool in 2020 and went on to make appearances in his first three seasons but was left sidelined for the majority of the most recent campaign, playing just four minutes.
The Spanish midfielder join Jürgen Klopp and Joel Matip in departing the Liverpool.
Thiago started his professional career at Barça, where he came up through the academy. He was handed his first team debut by Pep Guardiola in May 2009 and won four LaLiga titles and the Champions League.
The midfielder won the Champions League for a second time in 2020 with Bayern after a successful run of seven consecutive Bundesliga titles following his decision to join the side in 2013.
Thiago earned 46 Spain caps during his illustrious career, appearing twice at the 2018 World Cup in Russia. He will forever be regarded as one of the best passer in football history.
