- Ashley Young retires after 23 years in football.
- Won major trophies with Manchester United and Inter Milan.
- Earned 39 caps for England national team.
- Ends career with Ipswich Town this season.
Former Manchester United and England star Ashley Young has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 40, drawing the curtain on a remarkable 23-year career.
Veteran footballer Ashley Young has confirmed he will retire at the end of the current season, bringing an end to a long and successful journey in professional football.
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Young made the announcement via social media, reflecting on a career that began at Watford and spanned some of Europe’s biggest stages, before concluding with Ipswich Town.
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The versatile winger-turned-defender enjoyed some of his finest moments at Manchester United, where he spent nine years and won multiple trophies, including the Premier League, FA Cup, Europa League, and League Cup.
He also achieved success abroad with Inter Milan, playing a key role in their Serie A title-winning campaign during the 2020–21 season.
On the international stage, Young earned 39 caps for England national team, representing his country at major tournaments including UEFA Euro 2012 and the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
In recent months, injuries have limited his involvement, with reports indicating a persistent hip problem kept him out of action since January.
Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna praised Young’s professionalism and influence, highlighting his leadership qualities within the squad.
As he prepares to hang up his boots, Young said he has lived his dream over the past two decades and will take time to decide his next step after football.
