‘I want to close this chapter’ – Aleksandar Kolarov announces retirement

Former Manchester City and Inter Milan defender Aleksandar Kolarov has announced his retirement.

The 36-year-old Serb came through the system at Red Star Belgrade.

He also played for Cukaricki, OFK Belgrade and Lazio before enjoying trophy success with City and Inter.

Kolarov said, “I always knew that this moment would come sooner or later.

“Although I am sorry to close this chapter in my life, I am glad that I have achieved a lot, I have always dreamed about it.”