Milan legend Kaka confirms his retirement as a professional player but wants to continue working in football.
The Brazilian midfielder said he would take time to consider his options following the end of Orlando City’s season in Major League Soccer.
And speaking to Globo Esporte, the 35-year-old revealed that after speaking to family members, he has now decided to call time on his playing career.
“My cycle as a professional player ends here,” Kaka confirmed.
Milan legend Kaka confirms his retirement as a professional player but wants to continue working in football.
The Brazilian midfielder said he would take time to consider his options following the end of Orlando City’s season in Major League Soccer.
And speaking to Globo Esporte, the 35-year-old revealed that after speaking to family members, he has now decided to call time on his playing career.
“My cycle as a professional player ends here,” Kaka confirmed.
“I needed a bit of time to think and make my decision with calm. I spoke to some people very close to me – my parents, my brother, my girlfriend and my brother’s wife – five people. It was a time for prayer.
“In a very conscious manner, I came to the conclusion that the time has come to end my career as a professional player.”
During his time with the Rossoneri, Kaka won each of Serie A, the Champions League, the Supercoppa Italiana and World Club Cup once.
He also lifted La Liga and Copa del Rey titles during a four-year spell with Real Madrid, while the highlight of his international career was victory in the 2002 World Cup.
And the former play-maker is now looking to remain in football as he begins the next stage of his working life.
“Now, I will prepare to continue in the world of football, but in another role.
“I would like to work at a club as a manager, a sporting director or in a role that combines things on the pitch and the club."
There have been rumours in recent weeks that the Rossoneri made an offer to Kaka to return to the club in a non-playing capacity – something the Brazilian confirmed to be true.
“It’s true that recently Milan made me an offer, we will see.”