# Santi Cazorla, former Arsenal star, retires at 41

Spanish midfielder Santi Cazorla has announced his retirement from professional football at age 41. Cazorla enjoyed a distinguished career with Arsenal, Villarreal, and the Spanish national team, winning multiple trophies. His retirement marks the end of an era for a player celebrated for his technical skill and remarkable comeback from a serious ankle injury.

**Importance:** 3/5

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- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cy4e1n409zzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:44:56 GMT