The Manchester United midfielder, Marouane Fellaini has announced his retirement from football after suffering an injury during the match against Arsenal on Sunday.
Fellaini was taken off the pitch with an ankle injury in the second half and it was later revealed that he would be out for up to six weeks. This comes as a blow to Manchester United who were looking to make a push for a top four finish this season.
In addition to his injury, the Belgian international also missed a crucial penalty shootout in the Europa League final which saw Manchester United lose to Sevilla. This was a major disappointment for the Red Devils who had been hoping to win their first trophy under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
However, despite his injury, Fellaini still managed to play a key role for Belgium in their World Cup campaign. He scored two goals in the group stage and played an important part in the team's progress to the knockout stages.
Despite his impressive performances at club level, Fellaini struggled to find form at international level where he was unable to impress manager Roberto Martinez. Despite this, he remains a fan favorite among the Belgian fans who will miss his contributions to the national team.
It is likely that Fellaini's departure from Manchester United will have an impact on the club's future plans as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of next season. However, the club will need to find a replacement for the experienced midfielder if they want to compete for titles again in the coming years.
Overall, Fellaini's career has been marked by highs and lows but his contribution to the game cannot be denied. As he looks towards his retirement, we wish him all the best for the future.