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According to the Spanish press, Karim Benzema could retire in June 2025. Before the French striker, other players have said stop. The year 2024 marked the end for many legendary footballers. Here is a non-exhaustive list of players who have bowed out in recent months.
The year 2025 could be marked by the end of Karim Benzema's career. According to information from the Spanish media Relief, the former French international is reportedly considering retiring at the end of the season. Related to Al-Hilal until June 2026, the French striker may not complete his contract. He could thus join a slew of stars, who have made the decision to call it quits this year.
Iniesta opens a new chapter
The latest one is called Andres Iniesta. After a final trip to Japanthe former Spanish international with a stellar track record (winner of theEuro a 2008 a 2012, you World in 2010) withdrew after a final exhibition match organized in Tokyo between the ancient glories of Barça a you Real Madrid. Precisely, an eminent member of the White House faded this year. After a last Euro in his country, Toni Kroos has drawn a line under his sporting career. His retirement left a big void in the Real Madrid where its association with Luka Modric did wonders. Clearly, the merengue team saw many of its legends leave the ship since Pépé and Raphaël Varane were pushed by their bodies to withdraw.
They also said stop in 2024
Spanish football has definitely lost a lot since Thiago Alcantaratrained in Barça, said goodbye last June: “I will always be ready to give back what I have been given and I am grateful for the time I had. Thanks to football. And to everyone who has been with me and made me a better player and a better person along the way. See you soon, Thiago ». Claudio Bravo did the same. To this list with varied profiles can be added Leonardo Bonucci, Marouane Fellaini or even Phil Jones. The 2025 vintage therefore risks being just as prestigious.
