David Silva, the former Manchester City and Spain playmaker, has decided to retire from professional football following a severe knee injury he sustained recently.

In a heartfelt video shared on social media, the 37-year-old Real Sociedad midfielder bid farewell to the game that had been his life’s dedication.

Expressing his emotions, Silva acknowledged that it was a sad day for him, and he felt it was time to say goodbye to the sport and his colleagues, whom he considered like family.

During his impressive career, Silva spent ten years with Manchester City, joining in 2010 from Valencia, and was an integral part of the team that won four Premier League titles.

After leaving City in 2020, Silva continued his football journey with Real Sociedad, preparing for his fourth season with the Spanish club.

His international career was equally remarkable, earning 125 appearances for Spain and triumphing in the 2010 World Cup, as well as the 2008 and 2012 European Championships.

Real Sociedad hailed Silva as a legend and one of the greatest talents in the history of the sport, recognizing the significant impact he made throughout his illustrious career.