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Chelsea legend Didier Drogba announces retirement from football




Chelsea and Cote D'Ivoire legend Didier Drogba has declared that this season will be his last season. The 39-year old who currently plays in America for the Phoenix Rising has announced he would be retiring from football.

Speaking to RMC Sport, Drogba said:

"Ah, do you want a scoop? I think next year will be my last season.

"At some point you have to stop. I need to have time for my other projects."

He added: "It's good to play, but at 39, it holds me back a bit."

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