Ex-Man Utd star, 34, confirms retirement from playing and bizarrely thanks ‘fans who booed and even disliked me’

FORMER Manchester United midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin has announced his retirement from football.

But the 34-year-old bizarrely thanked everyone on his Instagram – including fans that booed him.

Morgan Schneiderlin thanked fans that booed him during his retirement speechGetty - Contributor

Schneiderlin announced his retirement on Friday by posting a video of his career highlights.

Narrating the video, he said: “Each person writes their own journey in life and each stage of their life is a chapter.

“For me, the chapter as a football player is coming to an end, which is why, before I start writing a new chapter in my professional career, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude.

“Thank you to Racing Club de Strasbourg, who gave me an opportunity at the age of five, and where I stayed until I was 18.

“Thank you to Southampton, I truly spent my best years with you. Thank you to Manchester United, one of the greatest clubs in the world.

“To Everton, thank you to OGC Nice, thank you to Sydney Wanderers, thank you to Kifisia FC.

“And my sister for always being there for me… and losing one or two teeth while playing goalkeeper just to make me happy.

“To my children, who helped me forget the pains and defeats. You three are my greatest victory.

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‘And I haven’t forgotten you, the fans. Thank you to everyone who followed, encouraged, applauded, idolised, booed, and even disliked me. You were a great source of motivation.

“All of you allowed me to fulfil my childhood dream, that dream that allows a person to wake up every day and live their passion.

“That dream that led me to wear the French national team shirt for a World Cup and a Euros.”

And Schneiderlin’s former team-mates jumped on the post to offer their thoughts.

“Thanks for everything bro, “wrote former United and France forward Anthony Martial.

Dejan Lovren added: “Was a pleasure brother. Well done on everything in your career. Fantastic. Enjoy now the time with the family.”

Meanwhile, Everton midfielder Idrissa Gueye commented: “Congratulations for your career and the man you are my guy”.

He played 475 games, including 15 with France’s national team.