On December 15, local time, La Liga giants Barcelona held a press conference for Aguero, and the 33-year-old Argentine star officially announced the end of his career. According to previous reports, Aguero's decision to retire stemmed from his heart problems.
Aguero at the press conference Image source: Osports All Sports Photo Agency
Aguero was substituted for Barcelona's game against Alaves in late October, followed by news that he had been diagnosed with heart problems and would be on a long-term suspension. Aguero, who debuted in The Argentine indie, joined Atletico Madrid in the summer of 2006 and officially entered European football. After moving to Manchester City in 2011, Aguero left the golden years of his career to this team, which is the hero of Manchester City's rise to become a Premier League giant in the past decade.
In the final round of the 2011-12 Premier League season, relying on goals in extra time, Manchester City defeated Queens Park Rangers 3:2 and won the first Premier League title in team history with this precious three points. It was Aguero who completed this gold-like slaughter for Manchester City. According to the data, before joining Barcelona this summer, Aguero played 390 times for the "Blue Moon", scoring 260 goals and 73 assists, and is the top scorer in Manchester City's history.
Source: Aguero left his peak career at Manchester City
Throughout his career, Aguero has scored 420 goals, including 41 for the Argentine national team, and he has been one of the top attackers in world football over the past decade.
At the press conference on the same day, Aguero admitted that he had done everything he could in order to have the hope of continuing to play football. "Thanks to everyone, I've tried my best to do my best. I don't know what the future holds, but I know there are a lot of people who love me and they want the best for me. I really have a lot of good memories during this time. Speaking of emotion, Aguero burst into tears.
After Aguero announced his retirement, his close friend Messi also posted on social media.
"We've had a lot of good moments together, and there have been some not so good moments, but all of them have made us more and more intimate and deeper friendships. Our friendship will continue off the pitch. It hurts me to see that you have to stop doing what you love. But I believe you will continue to be happy because you are a person who delivers happiness. Those of us who love you will always be with you. ”
"Now that a new phase of your life has begun, I'm sure you'll go on with a smile and your passion for everything. May you all the best in this new phase! I love you so much and I will miss the time I played alongside you on the pitch. (End)