AC Milan (football club)
It was officially announced that the team's Danish defender Simon
Kjaer or Kjaer (name)
will leave the team at the end of the season. Kjaer, 35, joined Milan in 2020 and made 120 appearances during his time with the club, contributing one goal and three assists and helping the team win a Serie A title.
Kjaer joined AC Milan in 2020 and his arrival brought stability and experience to the team's backline. In his four years with the club, Kjaer has not only excelled on the field, but has also played an important leadership role in the locker room. Here are some key stats from his time at Milan:
Number of appearances
: 120 times
score a goal
: 1 goal
assist
: 3 times
(honorable) reputation
: 1 Serie A title
Kjaer expressed his feelings and gratitude to Milan as he announced his departure:
"For months I've felt it was time to call it a day. I've achieved good things in these four years, but I think I could have done more. You have to know how to take the pressure and have the right mindset. With a solid team you can do a lot even if the quality isn't there, it's the mentality that counts. In terms of Milan's budget over four years, there are very few teams in Europe that have done what we did."
He also gave special thanks to the Milan management and fans who have supported him throughout his career: "When I first came to Italy I was only 19 years old, Maldini and Massara brought me here during a difficult period to make an impact on the youngsters and grow the team, and I did my job. I have divided my future into three parts. This week is my last game at San Siro and I will still be wearing the Milan shirt. Then comes the Euro tour with Denmark, which is always very special. After that, I have to find somewhere where I can continue playing soccer. The most important thing is this week, I thank everyone and in the future, when I'm done playing, I think I'll return to Milan to live with my family because Milan is our home."
