🚨 César Azpilicueta announces his retirement! | OneFootball

Chelsea legend.

This Friday morning, through a moving statement, César Azpilicueta officially announced his retirement at the age of 36.

From OM’s tireless defender to a Chelsea legend with 508 appearances in the Blues shirt, the Spanish right-back enjoyed a long and successful career.

"Dear football,

Today, I want to share with you that this season will be my last as a professional footballer. After so many years of living my dream, I feel that the time has come to open a new chapter in my life.

To be honest, even though I had prepared myself for this moment, I found it difficult to write this letter. After 20 seasons, so many people have played an important role in my career [...].

To my teammates, coaches, and every member of staff at all the clubs I have been fortunate enough to be part of, thank you for helping me grow every day as both a person and a player. Wearing the shirts of CA Osasuna, Olympique de Marseille, Chelsea FC, Atlético de Madrid, Sevilla FC, and representing my country on the biggest stages has been a true privilege. Every moment has meant so much to me…” can be read in his farewell message posted on the social network X.

During his career, the defender notably won a Champions League, two Premier League titles, two Europa Leagues, a UEFA Super Cup, an FA Cup, two League Cups, a Trophée des Champions, and a Club World Cup.

He leaves behind the image of an exemplary professional, universally respected for his dedication, leadership, and sportsmanship in every country where he played.

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