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‘I have given everything’ - Former Stoke City and DR Congo star Zakuani retires from football

Former Stoke City and DR Congo centre-back Gabriel Zakuani, 34, has retired from football.

In a video posted on his social media account, the ex-Leopard skipper announced the decision to call time on his professional career that lasted for 20 years.

“I've been getting lots of calls and lot of questions, but I've been waiting for the right time. So, a quick announcement that I am retiring from full-time professional football,” he said.

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“I feel it is the right time. I am 34 years old, I started the game really early, playing first team football at 16 and I feel I have achieved everything I set out to achieve for my ability.