Jermain Defoe has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 39.
Former West Ham and Tottenham striker Defoe had been playing for Sunderland, after returning to the club where he spent two-and-a-half seasons between 2015 and 2017, in January. His contract there was due to run until the end of the season.
Prior to rejoining Sunderland, Defoe was at Rangers where he scored 32 goals in 74 matches, helping them win the Scottish Premiership title last season
"I now look forward to spending some quality time with my friends and family before moving forward on this next chapter in my career."
He also paid tribute to supporters, team-mates, coaches and staff at the teams he's played for before reserving a special thank you to his mother.
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