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Jan Vertonghen – one of the most prominent football players in Belgium – he announced that he would withdraw from professional football at the end of the current season.
The 37-year-old defender, who has had an extraordinary career that has stretched for almost two decades and has played his best years in Tottenham, will soon hang boots.
Referring to her decision, Vertonghen shared her thinking about leaving the game.
He said, “In recent weeks, it has become clear to me that it will be my last game. This is by no means an easy decision, but it is correct.
“I have noticed that it is getting harder and harder to physically prepare for training and matches and to show myself as a player I want to be.
“Not only to fans and my colleagues, but also to myself. That’s why I’ll stop after this season.”
🚨🇧🇪 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 | Jan Vertonghen, 37, will retire from football at the end of the season! 👋
880 professional appearances for Club & Country with 5 trophies won.
Career path: Ajax, Walwijk, Tottenham, Benfica, Anderlecht. pic.twitter.com/yv4sbdb11e
– Eurofoot (@eurofootcom) 25. March 2025
Vertonghen’s career was nothing extraordinary. He started his professional trip with Ajax, placing 220 appearances for the Dutch giants.
His talent and leadership then took him to the Premier League, where he spent eight successful years in Tottenham Hotspur, collecting 315 games.
A two -season work followed with the Benfica Portuguese club before returning to Belgium in 2022 to join Anderlecht. Since then, he has been wearing a captain’s ribbon for almost three seasons, playing 77 games.
Behind club football, Vertonghen an impact on the Belgian national team was historic. With 157 caps by his name, he holds a record as the most pronounced Belgium player. His contributions were crucial in shaping the past, present and future of red devils.
As his career approaches the end of May, Vertonghen remains dedicated to provide everything in the last part of the season.
He added, “I will do my best for the last eleven games and I hope to experience several great moments with fans and my teammates.
“I am very proud of what I have been able to experience and what I have achieved. I would also like to thank everyone who has supported me all these years from my heart.”
