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The career of the Italian superstar Andrea Pirlo is coming to an end. At the end of 2017, Pirlo sure will retire from the world of football that raises his name. Precisely, when Pirlo's contract with New York City FC completed in late December.
This season, 38-year-old player was only performed 15 times on the stage Major League Soccer (MLS) due to fitness problems. He did have a knee injury. Not feeling maximal anymore, Pirlo decided to resign after his contract expired.
"I just realized the time has come. I have a physical problem and can no longer practice as desired, "said Andrea Pirlo told La Gazzetta dello Sport.
"This is enough. Can not continue until the age of 50. I will do something else after this, "he said again.
After the decision to retire, Pirlo was increasingly widely associated with Chelsea. Manager of The Blues, Antonio Conte did not want it as a player, but to become an assistant.
"I do not know yet. There is still time to think. However, it is difficult to refuse if there is a call from the main team, "Pirlo's response related to the speculation of joining Chelsea.
During his career, Pirlo recorded 755 appearances with the clubs he defended. He also collected 116 caps with the Italian national team. So far, 86 goals have been collected by glamorous players with AC Milan and Juventus, including a collection of 17 championship trophies.
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