Nemanja Vidic retires from football

 

Former Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic has retired from football.

Vidic said: 'The time has come for me to hang up my boots,' he said. 'The injuries I have had in the last few years have taken their toll.

'I would like to thank all the players I have played with, all the managers and staff I have worked with, and say a big 'thank you' to the fans for their support over the years.'

Vidic came to an agreement with Inter Milan on January 18,2016 to terminate his contract after 18 months at the San Siro

The 34-year-old, who spent eight and a half seasons at Old Trafford, has decided to call time on his playing career after leaving Inter Milan by mutual consent earlier this month.

Manchester United, who Vidic captained before moving to Italy in 2014, announced the news of the former Serbia international's retirement with a statement on their official website.

NEMANJA VIDIC CAREER

Red Star (2001-04) – 95 apps 6 goals

Spartak Moscow (2004-05) – 41 apps 4 goals

Man United (2006-14) – 300 apps 21 goals

Inter Milan (2014-16) – 28 apps 1 goal

 

Serbia (2002-11) – 56 apps 2 goals

OLD TRAFFORD HONOURS

Premier League – 2006-07, 2007-08, 2008-09, 2010-11, 2012-13

League Cup – 2005-06, 2008-09, 2009-10

Champions League – 2007-08

Club World Cup – 2008 

Vidic helped Manchester United win five Premier League crowns during his time at Old Trafford