Former Manchester City star David Silva announces his retirement after suffering an ACL injury in pre-season training with Real Sociedad
- David Silva has announced his retirement from football at the age of 37
- Silva won four Premier League titles and two FA Cups during his time at Man City
- The midfielder lifted the World Cup with Spain in 2010 and won the Euros twice
Former Manchester City star David Silva has announced his retirement from football after he sustained an anterior cruciate ligament injury in pre-season training.
The Real Sociedad midfielder posted a message on social media with the caption ‘Thank you very much football’ to confirm the end of his career.
‘Today is a sad day for me,’ Silva said.
‘Today it is time to say goodbye to what I have dedicated my whole life to.
‘Today it is time to say goodbye to my colleagues, who are like a family to me. I will miss you very much.’
David Silva announced his retirement from football after an injury with Real Sociedad
Silva won four Premier League titles during a glittering career with Manchester City
Manchester City paid tribute to their former midfielder, who played 436 matches for the club, stating the 37-year-old will be remembered as ‘one of the greatest players in City’s history.’
‘Silva joined City in 2010 and spent 10 years at the Etihad Stadium helping us to a decade of success.
‘The Spaniard won four Premier League titles, two FA Cups and five League Cups during his time in Manchester.
‘He left City for Sociedad in 2020 and sadly his final match was behind closed doors during the Covid-19 pandemic meaning the fans were unable to say a heartfelt goodbye to their hero.
‘But the Club celebrated his legendary contribution by building a statue outside the Etihad – along with Sergio Aguero and Vincent Kompany.
‘Everyone at Manchester City would like to wish David all the best in his retirement and to thank him once more for the incredible contribution he made to our football club during his ten years here.’
