Legend Tottenham ex-Superman, impressive retirement eldest daughter ordered dad's last replacement

May 20, 2025

Legend Tottenham ex-Superman, impressive retirement eldest daughter ordered dad's last replacement
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Tottenham legend Jan Vertonghen had a touching retirement ceremony.

Vertonghen's team, RSC Anderlecht, lost 1-3 to Club Brugge in the ninth round of Belgium's First Division A Championship Group in 2024-2025 season at Loto Park in Brussels, Belgium on the 18th (Korea time). On this day, Vertonghen had a retirement event in front of his home fans.

Vertonghen announced in March that he would take off his football boots. At the time, Anderlecht said 'Belgium's legendary international and our captain will take off his football boots at the end of this season. Vertonghen decided to retire as a professional player at the end of this season. This means that the player who made the most impressive career in Belgian football history has decided to end it,' he said, announcing Vertonghen's decision to retire.




Vertonghen "It has become clear in recent weeks that this season will be my last game. It's never an easy decision, but it's the right one. I realized it's getting harder and harder to physically prepare for training sessions and matches and show myself as a player I want to be. It was not just for fans and fellow players, but for themselves. I'll finish this season"He explained why he made the decision to retire himself.

Vertonghen returned in early May after being sidelined for two months with injuries following his retirement announcement. In the final game in front of the home fans, Vertonghen appeared as a starter. Vertonghen was disappointed when he conceded a penalty in the final game at home, but none of the Anderlecht fans pointed a finger at Vertonghen. This is because it is a legend that will remain in Belgian soccer.
Legend Tottenham ex-Superman, impressive retirement eldest daughter ordered dad's last replacement
Anderlecht even organized a special event for Vertonghen, who considers his family first. When Vertonghen was last replaced at Anderlecht home stadium in the 24th minute of the second half, Vertonghen's eldest daughter appeared as a replacement agent. When his daughter sent him a signature to replace Vertonghen, Brugge players also gave him legendary treatment by hugging Vertonghen. Colleagues also greeted Vertonghen and left the stadium with a hot standing ovation from home fans. Vertonghen walked off the field saying hello to his fans after hugging his daughter.

Football media Tribuna 'At the heartfelt moment in the final home game, Vertonghen was replaced when his young daughter lifted the replacement board. This was a touching farewell to an amazing career. As he steps back from the field, Vertonghen looks forward to dedicating his time to his family, focusing on inclusion and sports for vulnerable children, and continuing his work with the foundation,' it said.
Legend Tottenham ex-Superman, impressive retirement eldest daughter ordered dad's last replacement
Vertonghen is also familiar to soccer fans in Korea. He is a Tottenham legend and was close to Son Heung-min. Vertonghen is also famous for helping Son Heung-min win the Puskas Award.



This article was translated by Naver AI translator.