Former Atlanta United midfielder Jeff Larentowicz, one of the most important players in the team’s brief-but-illustrious history, officially announced his retirement from professional soccer Monday.
Jeff Larentowicz is retiring from professional soccer today. Jeff gave everything to the game and to the people around him. A true professional on and off the field. Below please find his thoughts on his 16-year MLS career. pic.twitter.com/UraXZebKVR
— brendan hannan (@brendanhannan) April 5, 2021
Larentowicz served as a regular starter under two different managers in Atlanta. The midfielder specifically mentions Tata Martino in his announcement letter, stating “[Thanks to] Tata Martino for gently stoking the dying embers of my time in the league — it was remarkable to watch you work.