Atletico Madrid defender, Diego Godin has confirmed he will exit Atletico Madrid at the end of the season.
The amazing captain tried to not get emotional at a press conference in the Spanish capital where he revealed his decision to end in career at the Spanish club.
Godin joined Atletico in 2010 and won La Liga as well as two Europa League titles.
His words, “I’m more nervous than for any game, it’s the truth,”
“These are going to be my last days at Atletico Madrid.
“Atleti have been my family, my club and my home, and it’s very hard to say goodbye. I had a wonderful time and I wanted to thank all of you.
“The most beautiful phase of my career and my life comes to an end. I’m proud to have been a part of this club’s history. I’m very thankful.
“I refused a Manchester United bid one year ago because I decided to stay at Atlético Madrid. Now – one year later – it’s time to go.”
“To be simple, I am captain of the team, have been here many years. We have not reached an agreement to continue, so my stage here is over.
“I would like to play here until I’m 40, but that is impossible. For me, the first priority has always been the club, this team, my team-mates. We did not reach an agreement, so I have decided to leave, nothing else.
“As a kid I dreamed of playing football, playing for Uruguay, playing in Europe, be a big player, but never thought I’d be at a stadium like this with the people cheering your name. There is nothing nicer than that.”
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