mateo kovačić latest news: real madrid performance highlights
MATEO Kovačić, the Croatian footballer who played for Real Madrid and has been linked to Manchester United, has announced his retirement from professional football.
Kovačić, 35, had been one of the most popular players in European football during his time at Real Madrid, but he was unable to continue playing regularly due to injuries.
The midfielder has also spoken out against the club's management, which has led to speculation that he may be leaving the team soon.
However, it is not clear when or if he will officially announce his retirement. He did say that he wanted to leave the club as soon as possible, but he has since stated that he will still play for them.
Kovačić has had a successful career in European football,Ligue 1 Express scoring over 100 goals for Real Madrid. He has also won two La Liga titles with the club, including the 2014-15 season.
In recent years, Kovačić has been praised for his leadership on and off the pitch, particularly for his work with the underprivileged children of the city of Zagreb.
He has also been involved in several charitable activities, such as supporting the local community and helping those in need.
Overall, Kovačić has made significant contributions to football, both on and off the field, and his retirement comes as a surprise to many fans of the game.
