Dick Clerkin has called time on a 17-year career with the Monaghan footballers.
The 34-year-old, who was the longest-serving inter-county footballer after making his debut in 1999, won Ulster SFC titles in 2013 and 2015 and two Allianz Football League Division 2 crowns.
The Currin clubman made the majority of his 180 appearances for the county at midfield, where he was an inspirational presence.
Writing in the Irish Examiner, Clerkin said: "I have witnessed a remarkable transformation in the psyche of Monaghan football during my career.
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"Motivated by pride, sustained by hard work, validated with success.
"I am not going to patronise with thanks the countless people who have contributed to making Monaghan football what it is today.
"Striking an almost perfect balance between club and county, Monaghan football and all those responsible, should be held up as a shining example of what can be achieved with relatively limited resources.
"Supporters, administrators, sponsors, and mentors, all with a like-minded sense of duty and passion, for something bigger than ourselves.
"I am proud to have been part of that transformation."
Clerkin said it had been a dream come true to follow in the footsteps of his father Hugo by representing the Farney County.
