Yuri Lima, Iza’s boyfriend, announces the end of his career as a player

Yuri Lima, singer Iza’s boyfriend, used social networks on Wednesday (28) to announce her retirement from the lawns. The former Mirassol midfielder, 30, reported the decision seven and a half months after the birth of his daughter with the artist, Nala. “It’s 15 years playing. A cycle ends. A new one starts – with the same love for football. Now it’s time to boost new dreams,” he began.

With stints at clubs such as Fluminense, Santos, Cuiabá, Youth and Mirassol, Yuri said he will follow in the sport, now working in the area of ​​athletes agency. “Football has always been and will always be one of my biggest passions. Now I start a new stage outside the four lines, but still inside the game,” he said. Then he added, “I want to help new athletes, as one day I went – full of dreams. I trust the power of the sport, and that’s what makes me continue.”

Yuri also thanked the teams he went through. “I played on big stadiums and great players. I’m grateful for every club that hugged me and allowed me to be part of its story. I know today I’m who I am for the people who crossed my way.”

Lima and Iza completed two years of relationship in January this year. During the singer’s pregnancy, the couple even broke up after an alleged betrayal by the player. However, shortly thereafter, they resumed the relationship before Nala’s birth in October.