Fabian Delph: Former England international retires from football at the age of 32 | Football news
Former England, Everton, Aston Villa, Manchester City and Leeds midfielder Fabian Delph has announced his retirement from football at the age of 32.
Delph has made 204 Premier League appearances for Everton, Manchester City and Aston Villa after starting his Championship career with Leeds and winning 20 international caps.
He was part of Gareth Southgate’s 2018 World Cup squad in Russia, where he made three appearances, including coming off the bench in the quarter-final win over Sweden.
Delph’s contract with the Toffees expired in the summer after injury left him with just 21 appearances over the past two seasons.
“So today I announce my retirement with nothing but happiness and gratitude for what this beautiful game has given me,” he posted on Instagram.
“A huge thank you to my family, friends, players and staff from the amazing clubs I’ve been fortunate to represent as well as my support from the fans. “