Overview
- Saying "these will be my last months on the pitch," the 37-year-old declared he retires "happy, proud and grateful" in a farewell clip titled "Todo final es un nuevo comienzo."
- The timing of his final match hinges on Inter Miami's playoff progress, with a possible goodbye in early December if the club reaches the MLS final.
- Inter Miami issued a statement noting it expects his contribution through the season’s run‑in as he concludes an extraordinary career.
- His honors include nine LaLiga titles and three Champions League crowns with Barcelona plus the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012 with Spain.
- The retirement is the first among Miami’s ex‑Barça group with Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba and Luis Suárez, after reports signaled his decision in advance.