Franck Ribery announces his retirement from football at 39

Former Bayern Munich winger, Franck Ribery, has confirmed he is retiring from football.

This follows an injury-hit 12 months at Serie A side Salernitana.

Ribery joined Salernitana last September but was only able to start 17 league games in 2021-22 due to fitness issues.

He has been limited to a single appearance top flight appearance this term.

The 39-year-old has now called time on his career, confirming the news with a statement on Twitter on Friday.

“The ball stops. The feelings inside me do not,” he wrote.

“Thanks to everyone for this great adventure.”