Netherlands shirt number 9 last season world Cup, striker Luuk de Jong used his social networks to announce his retirement from the national team, this Friday. The 32-year-old player left Laranja Mecânica with 39 appearances and nine goals scored.
“I am leaving international football. It was an honor. Thanks for all the memories,” he declared.
I’m stepping down from international football.
It’s been such an honour. Thanks for all the memories @OnsOranje 🧡 pic.twitter.com/7x72LTE12u— Luuk de Jong (@LuukdeJong9) March 3, 2023
The Dutchman’s announcement comes shortly before coach Ronald Koeman’s call-up for the March friendlies. In an interview with the vehicle Football Internationalthe coach commented regretted the choice of Luuk de Jong.
“I was surprised when he called me saying that he would not be available for the national team. But I understand that he wants to concentrate fully on PSV. We will miss him. Both on and off the pitch,” he said.
In club football, Luuk de Jong went through great teams in European football, such as Barcelona, Seville and Newcastle. Currently, the striker is in his second spell at PSV, where he is in the starting line-up and has had a good season, with 10 goals and seven assists in 27 matches.
Source: Gazetaesportiva
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