AdminFormer Leicester City defender Michael Morrison has announced his retirement from professional football, bringing the curtain down on a distinguished career spanning more than two decades and over 800 senior appearances.
The 38-year-old began and ended his playing days with Cambridge United, but he also enjoyed a memorable spell at Leicester after joining the club in 2008 following their relegation from the Championship.
Morrison quickly became a key figure under Nigel Pearson, making 35 appearances and scoring three goals as Leicester stormed to the League One title in the 2008/09 campaign.
He remained a regular the following season as the Foxes reached the Championship play-off semi-finals before falling short of promotion.
Following the arrival of Sven-Goran Eriksson, Morrison slipped down the pecking order and completed a move to Sheffield Wednesday in January 2011.
Successful spells at Charlton Athletic, Birmingham City, Reading and Portsmouth followed before he returned to Cambridge United in 2023.
Announcing his retirement on social media, Morrison wrote: ““After more than 20 years in the game and over 800 appearances, the time feels right to hang up my boots and bring my playing career to a close.
“Football has been a huge part of my life for as long as I can remember, and I can honestly say I gave everything I had to it.
The game has taken me on an incredible journey, given me memories that will stay with me forever, and introduced me to people who have had a lasting impact on my life.
“I’ve had the privilege of representing and captaining some fantastic football clubs throughout the years. I’ve been lucky to share the pitch with outstanding teammates and work alongside staff who often go unnoticed.
“The coaches, physios, kit man, analysts and countless others behind the scenes that are the heartbeat of every football club, and they all deserve enormous credit for the part they play
“One thing my career taught me, especially during the Covid years, was never to take supporters for granted.
Playing in empty stadiums showed all of us just how much fans bring to the game. It still means a lot when supporters stop me for a chat or share memories from my time at their club.
“None of this would have been possible without my family. I owe so much to my parents and family for the sacrifices they made throughout the years, the long journeys, the time and the commitment.
They gave me every opportunity to chase my dream, and I’ll never be able to thank them enough.
“To my wife, thank you. You’ve been there from the very start, through every move, every success and every challenge that comes with a career in football. Your support, patience and love have been constant throughout.
“Football has given me more than I could ever have imagined, and I will always be thankful for that. I’ll always be grateful and proud. Thank You.”
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