Following medical advice, Wolves goalkeeper Carl Ikeme, has announced his retirement from football at the age of 32.
Ikeme, was diagnosed with acute leukaemia in July 2017, a year later he stated he was in "complete remission" after "a tough year and intense chemotherapy".
His decision to hang up his gloves follows medical advice and he informed his teammates earlier this week.
The Super Eagles stopper has spent his whole career as a Wolves player having joined the club’s academy when he was 14, going on to make over 200 first-team appearances.
During his time at Wolves, he won two promotions, and he has been capped ten times internationally for Nigeria, who honoured him at this summer’s World Cup by naming him as their 24th squad member.
In a statement, Wolves chairman Jeff Shi has been full of praise for the goalkeeper: “Having been at the club since the age of 14, Carl is far more than just a player in our eyes - he is our brother and an important part of our family.
“When Carl came to tell us his news, yes there was sadness, but also great happiness to see him so healthy and hungry for the opportunities that lay ahead of him.
“Carl is strong, a fighter, something he has proven in his playing career and also during what has been a very challenging time for him, so I have no doubt he will be a success in whatever he does next.
“We wish Carl all the very best for the future, but remind him he will always remain a part of the Wolves family.”
Ikeme now intends to take some time off with his young family, all at the PFA wish him the best for the future and will offer our full support as he embarks on his life after football.
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