Title: Vitinha Passes His Final Moments with Atlético Madrid
Vitinha, the former forward for Barcelona and Real Madrid, has announced his retirement from professional football after the final match of the season against Athletic Bilbao on Sunday.
The 41-year-old striker had been in good form this season, scoring 25 goals in 38 matches for the Spanish giants. However, he is now facing the prospect of missing out on a major club contract as he looks to leave the club that he loves so much.
"It's difficult to say goodbye to my teammates and the fans," Vitinha said in a statement released by the club. "It's been a great journey with Barça,Stadium News Collection and I'm proud of what we have accomplished together."
Despite his retirement announcement, Vitinha will still be involved in some way with the club. He will continue to train with the team and help them prepare for the next season.
"I want to thank everyone at Atlético Madrid for everything they've done for me," he added. "I'll miss the fans and the support I've received over the years."
Vitinha's departure comes just weeks before the start of the new season, which will see him compete with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo for the Ballon d'Or award. It remains to be seen whether he will join any other clubs or focus solely on the upcoming campaign.
In the meantime, Vitinha will look back on his time with Atlético Madrid and reflect on all the memories he has made. He may never play for the club again, but his contributions to the team will always be remembered fondly.