Robbie Keane confirms LA Galaxy exit after six seasons in MLS
Friday 18 November 2016 16:09, UK
LA Galaxy have confirmed Robbie Keane will leave the club at the end of his contract in December.
Keane has led the Galaxy to three MLS Cup victories and scored more than 100 goals in all competitions when his final season came to an end with a play-off exit at the hands of the Colorado Rapids.
The 36-year-old, who retired from international football in August after 146 Republic of Ireland caps, joins Steven Gerrard in leaving the MLS franchise.
He scored 92 MLS goals for the club, provided 51 assists and got four hat-tricks during his six seasons as a Galaxy player after joining them from Tottenham in 2011.
In a farewell open letter to Galaxy fans, Keane said: "It's been a privilege to have played my part in the history of such a great club and I leave with memories that will stay with me forever.
"Winning three MLS Cups, scoring over 100 goals for the club and being named as 2014 MVP are all achievements that I will look back on with pride, it's been an incredible experience, I've truly loved every minute of my time at LA Galaxy.
"However, I believe that now is the right time for a new challenge as I look towards the next chapter of my playing career. I still feel as fit and sharp as ever and I am looking forward to my next adventure.
"Having now retired from international football I am ready to focus everything I have on one last major challenge in club football and will be taking time out to consider my options before announcing my next move.
"I would like to thank everyone at the Galaxy including the board, manager and all of my team-mates for their incredible support during my time in LA.
"Finally, I would like to thank the most important people at the club: the fans. Thank you for welcoming me as one of your own and for helping to make LA such a special place for both me and my family.
"The city has become my second home and I will never forget the unbelievable backing you've given me during my time at the Galaxy. The great times we have shared will stay with me forever.
"I look forward to watching the club continue to grow and progress in the coming years. It's been an honour to captain your team and I am so proud of everything we have achieved together. Thank you for everything."
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