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Kevin-Prince Boateng, Former Professional Footballer, to Retire at End of Season
Half-Brother of Bayern Munich Legend Jérôme Boateng Announces Retirement
Hertha Berlin Midfielder to End Career After 17 Seasons
Kevin-Prince Boateng, a former professional footballer who played as a midfielder or forward, has confirmed that he will retire at the end of the 2022/23 season. The 36-year-old made the announcement through his social media channels, citing a desire to spend more time with his family and pursue other interests.
Boateng began his professional career in 2006 with Hertha Berlin, where he made his Bundesliga debut. He played for several other clubs throughout his career, including Tottenham Hotspur, Borussia Dortmund, AC Milan, and Barcelona. He retired in 2023 while playing for Salernitana 1919 in Italy.
Boateng earned 15 caps for the Ghana national team, representing the country at the 2010 FIFA World Cup. He is the half-brother of Bayern Munich legend Jérôme Boateng and the cousin of Ghanaian footballer George Boateng.
Boateng's retirement marks the end of a successful career that saw him win several trophies, including the Serie A title with AC Milan in 2011 and the Champions League with Barcelona in 2015.
In his retirement statement, Boateng expressed his gratitude for the support he has received from his fans and teammates over the years. He also hinted at potential future endeavors, saying that he is "excited about what the future holds."
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