Cristian Tello announces retirement at 35 | OneFootball

Spanish player Cristian Tello, who wore the FC Porto shirt in the 2014/15 and 2015/16 seasons, on loan from Barcelona, announced on Sunday the end of his football career at the age of 35.

I was lucky enough to wear shirts that mean a great deal to me and to share the journey with teammates, coaches, club staff, friends and, above all, my family. To everyone who ever cheered me on, supported me, criticised me or was simply there, thank you. From the heart. I leave with the peace of mind of having given everything to this sport and with immense pride in the path I have taken,” he continued, before concluding:

“Today my time as a professional footballer comes to an end, but everything football taught me will stay with me forever. 512 matches, 91 goals, six countries.”

During his spell at FC Porto, Tello played 47 matches, in which he scored 10 goals and provided 10 assists.

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