Fellaini ended his career

But it all started long before these 18 years. I remember, like yesterday, my first game as a child, the endless training sessions with my dad, my first selection for Standard Liège and my first selection for the Belgian national team. Time passes!

What an incredible trip this has been! I am so grateful to have played the sport I love at the highest level. I am proud to have represented Standard in Belgium, Everton and Manchester United in the UK and Shandong Taishan in China. It was an honor to play with the Belgian national team at the 2008 Olympics, Euro 2016 and the 2014 and 2018 World Cups.

I have played in front of the best fans in the world and I want to take this moment to thank everyone for their unwavering support throughout my career. Your encouragement and passion has been a constant source of inspiration to me.

All of this would be impossible without my family, teammates, coaches, advisors and everyone who has been a part of my journey. Your love, guidance, support and friendship have been invaluable. Thanks!

As I begin this new chapter in my life, I look forward to new challenges, but rest assured that I will continue to support the beautiful game in any way I can.