Malaga defender Martin Demichelis has announced his retirement from professional football.
The 36-year-old Argentina international confirmed at an emotional press conference on Monday morning that he is bringing an end to his 17-year career in the game.
Demichelis, who played the final 12 minutes of Sunday's 2-2 draw at Real Sociedad, will now have the chance to bid farewell to Malaga fans during next Sunday's season-ending home clash with Real Madrid at La Rosaleda.
He said, in quotes reported by www.