Leonardo Bonucci’s Retirement
Former Italy and Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci has officially retired from football after a successful 19-year career. Bonucci, aged 37, made a significant impact in the football world, winning various titles and championships throughout his journey.
Career Achievements
- Euro 2020 victory with Italy
- Eight Serie A titles
- Four Coppa Italia crowns
- Five Italian Super Cups
Bonucci’s remarkable career included playing for top clubs such as Juventus, Inter Milan, AC Milan, and concluding his journey at Fenerbahce in Turkey.
He shared his retirement news on social media, expressing his gratitude and reflecting on his career: “As a child, I dreamed of this story I would tell, promising myself achievements to embrace against the biggest, celebrating, having faith through difficulties with courage. A father, a team-mate, a husband, a player. Beyond. Beyond history today, I am me.” Bonucci played a total of 502 matches for Juventus, showcasing his dedication and talent on the field.
Juventus’ Farewell
A statement from Juventus praised Bonucci’s contributions to the club: “A player who formed an enormous part of our recent history has decided to leave the world of football. Leonardo Bonucci has decided to retire from football, an announcement that touches us deeply, because Leo has his name etched into the Juventus archives. We said goodbye last September, but the thread that binds us cannot be broken. Not even now that Leo has decided to embark on a new chapter in his life, for which we wish him only the best.”