César Azpilicueta retires and plans break from football
The former Chelsea captain says he wants a break and more time with his family after ending his playing career.
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Former Chelsea captain César Azpilicueta has retired after spending last season at Sevilla. In an interview published by BBC Sport on 4 October, the 37-year-old said he could probably still play, but no longer had the energy to commit fully to an entire season. [1]
Azpilicueta joined Chelsea in 2012, captained the side to victory in the 2021 Champions League final and left in 2023. He said he still follows every Chelsea match. [1]
Azpilicueta has collected a diploma in global football sport directorship, but replied “maybe” when asked whether he might become a sporting director. For now, he said, he wants to spend time with his family and play golf. [1]
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