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Thank you - 31/03/2004
I've had some tremendous memories but it's time to say goodbye |
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In making my decision to retire I’m going out on my terms. You know yourself when it’s time to call it a day and although nothing beats playing, I know that my legs can’t go on forever.
I’ve had a wonderful playing career but everything comes to an end. I look back to the day when Watford told me I was too small to be a professional, and I’ve very few regrets. If pushed I’d have liked to have won a trophy, and I’d have liked to have said goodbye to the Geordies, but you can’t have everything.
I’m still coaching at Wimbledon and making progress with my UEFA ‘A’ badge. I won’t have to worry about playing now, so I’ll be able to give coaching my full attention.I’ve had a few offers already but I’m committed to the job at Wimbledon and that’ll continue until the end of the season. I’ll complete my badge in June, so after that I’ll sit down and see what’s what.
I went up to see Gordon Taylor at the PFA today in order to tell him of my decision. I’d enjoyed my time with the PFA, especially as the players' Chairman, so it was only right that I went in person to speak to them. Dean Holdsworth has taken over from me and I’m sure he’ll do a good job.
I’ve already had a few people contact me and wish me all the best, it’s appreciated. There are too many to mention personally, but I’d like to thank all the people I’ve worked with during my career; managers, coaches, players and the backroom staff. I’d also like to give a special mention to the fans from all the clubs I’ve played for, their support over the years has simply been tremendous - thank you.
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