Ex-Arsenal captain Gilberto Silva announces retirement
Ex-Arsenal captain Gilberto Silva announces retirement
Former Arsenal captain Gilberto Silva has announced his retirement.
Gilberto, now 39, has been playing for Atletico Mineiro at home in Brazil.
"It is a moment that can be classified as both sad and annoying, but no matter how painful it is, I've had 20 wonderful years of football.
"Therefore, I will remember the joy," said Gilberto.
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"The last few years I have put effort into preparing me for the next phase in life. Now I feel it is time."
Gilberto was a key member of Arsenal's 2003/04 Invincibles team.
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