Overview
- Azpilicueta, who announced Friday on social media that this season will be his last, posted an emotional farewell thanking teammates, coaches, staff and fans.
- The 36‑year‑old defender leaves after roughly 20 seasons with spells at Osasuna, Marseille, Chelsea, Atlético Madrid and Sevilla.
- During an 11‑year spell at Chelsea he made 508 appearances, became the first player to win every major trophy with the club and appeared in a club‑record 13 major finals.
- His honours list includes two Premier League titles, the Champions League, two Europa Leagues, the UEFA Super Cup, an FA Cup, League Cups and a Club World Cup.
- Reports say he will finish the season with Sevilla and that his Spain cap total is being variously reported as 44 or 45, while some outlets also cite immediate post‑retirement media work as a next step.