Pepe: l want to thank everyone who supports me, you are the soul of football

Pepe: “l want to thank everyone who supported me at my clubs and national team. I want you to know... l always gave you my 100%. Thank you, yours Pepe."

Pepe said: "I want to thank God for granting me the wisdom to continue my journey. I must thank all the club presidents who have trusted and supported me, all the staff of the clubs I have played for, who are the soul and essence, and everyone in the national team, all my teammates and coaches, who have helped me grow and compete every day, and all the fans, who are the soul of football."

"Thank you to Jorge Mendes (my agent), thank you to Gestifute (the agency), and thank you to my mother, who has played a crucial role in my journey and allowed me to chase my dream of becoming a professional footballer. Thanks to all my friends and family, especially my wife, who has supported our home while I was away, and to my children, who believe in me and give me important support when I am away for matches. They are the support I needed to compete with peace of mind. I want to thank everyone, give them a big thank you and a big hug. Thank you very much."