Dear football,
Today, I want to share with you that this season will be my last as a professional footballer. After so many years living my dream, I feel it’s time to start a new chapter in my life.
Being honest, even though I have been preparing myself for this moment, I found it hard to write this letter. After 20 seasons , many people have played an important role in my career.
When I first kicked a ball as a child in Pamplona with my schoolmates, I never imagined the amazing journey ahead. I’m grateful for every moment: the wins, the tough losses, the challenges, and most of all, the people I’ve met and the friendships I’ve made along the way.
To my teammates, coaches, and every staff member at all the clubs I’ve been lucky to be part of, thank you for helping me grow as a person and a player every day. Wearing the shirts of CA Osasuna, Olympique Marseille, Chelsea FC, Atlético de Madrid, Sevilla FC, and representing my country at the biggest stages has been a true privilege. Every moment has meant so much to me…
Lagos gave me everything. 🇳🇬🧡
National Theatre was more than a show… I still relive this night over and over again. What a beautiful moment.
NEWARK + TORONTO it’s your turn.
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The real question now is something much bigger.
What happens when Nigeria finally decides to build the system that this industry deserves?
@ChelseaFC If this owners wants a quiet investment portfolio they should have bought a mid table team not a top club, only to ruin it. Who buys a club for £4.25B and receives £2B from the seller to spend on the same purchase? They need to go.
@ChelseaFC No big player or big manager would want to work with this clowns of directors… They wanted to run a Brighton model at one of Europe’s big clubs 😡 it’s criminal and barbaric. They will either hand the club over to proper football people or leave.