Rob Green has decided to bring the curtain down on his career as a goalkeeper following the past season spent as a Chelsea player.
In the interview with Chelsea TV which can be watched above, he talks about his retirement.
The former England international, who earned 12 caps for his country, did not play a competitive fixture in his year as part of our squad but he provided important back-up and support to Kepa Arrizabalaga and Willy Caballero.Now 39 years old, Green came through the ranks at Norwich and was also at West Ham, QPR, Leeds and Huddersfield.On his retirement, Green issued the following statement:
'Following an incredible evening in Baku on Wednesday and after a 23 year career spanning three decades, I’ve decided that now is the right time to announce my retirement from professional football.
'Being part of the group and celebrations with such a special squad of players after winning the Europa League seems a fitting way to end what’s been an amazing journey for me in the game.
'I’ve loved every moment and feel privileged to have enjoyed the career I have. I’ve played with, and against, some of best players in the world and have experienced so much that professional football has to offer.
'I’ve had the joy of representing some fantastic clubs, all of whom have helped to shape me in their own varying way. Thank you to all of the fans and everybody connected with Norwich City, West Ham United, Queens Park Rangers, Leeds United, Huddersfield Town and Chelsea. Representing my country will always be one of my proudest achievements and I feel honoured to have played for England.
'Thank you to all of the managers, coaches and staff I’ve worked with and thank you to all of the teammates that I’ve shared a dressing room with over the years. Collectively we’ve shared some amazing times and I leave the game with memories that I’ll always treasure.'