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John Terry announces retirement from football

John Terry has hung up his boots
John Terry has hung up his boots

Former England captain John Terry has announced his retirement from playing.

The 37-year-old has hung up his boots and is expected to focus on a career in management.

He captained Aston Villa last season and the Sky Bet Championship club reportedly want him in their new-look coaching staff, with Thierry Henry in pole position to become manager this week.

Terry turned down a move to Spartak Moscow last month, despite reportedly having a medical, saying it was not right for his family.

His last game as a professional was Villa's 1-0 Championship play-off final defeat to Fulham in May.

Terry won 78 England caps, five Premier League titles with Chelsea, five FA Cups and three League Cups.

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