Petr Cech has announced that he will be retiring from professional football at the end of the season, with the goalkeeper set to hang up his gloves at the end of a 20-year career.
The vastly-experienced Czech custodian feels the time is right to walk away as he has “won every single trophy possible”.
He will turn 37 shortly after the current campaign comes to a close and admits he can open a new chapter away from the field happy that he has achieved more than he could ever have dreamed of.
The Gunners goalkeeper can't get enough chance under new manager Unai Emery losing the competition to Germany international Bernd Leno.
The 36-year-old joined Arsenal from London rivals Chelsea in 2015, and he will now bid Emirates Stadium farewell at the end of the season.
Open letter from Cech:
Considered one of the best goalkeepers of all time, Čech holds a number of goalkeeping records.
He registered the Premier League record for fewest appearances required to reach 100 clean sheets, having done so in 180 appearances, the most number of clean sheets in a season, as well as the record for the most clean sheets in Premier League history (202).
Ditbilnr
411
great goalkeeper, you have done so much for the world of football and Chelsea. l have so many of ur memories but the day u saved arjen robben's penalty in the champions league final and guarantying the trophy for us will always be on our minds. u deserve to be called football legend.
KingDave10
357
Farewell to one of the best in the business of the beautiful game. you will really be missed
Zuaabprtu
314
Such a legend, but couldn't get enough starts. We all love him, one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time!
SirLammy
247
Cech!!!! Thanks for the memories!!! I could remember my joy when you signed for Arsenal, just like yesterday, a legend signs for Arsenal. it didn't quite turn out as I hoped over 3 years but I'm glad you came. I'm glad you became a part of the Arsenal family. I'm hapoy for you today, you'll retire a goalkeeping legend!!! Forever in my heart!! Much love Petr Cech.
AlfredchelseaFC
228
U r our legend..u make us win the champions league and the Europa league and many major trophies ...thank you peter thanks for everything u have given to us ,u’ll always be in our hearts...Once a Blue Forever a Blue CFC 4 life [Cry][Cry]
Fehaeiklmo
208
You've paid your dues. You are a true legend. Certainly amongst the best in the world. We'll miss you and you head gear. Bravo Pete!!!!
tropicalda
188
you’ve been an inspiration to all goalkeepers out there . Thank you Petr Cech 👍 happy retirement ONE OF THE BEST GOALKEEPER IN EPL HISTORY. Most clean sheets in PL history ✅ 4x league titles ✅ 4x FA Cup wins 1x UCL win ✅ 1x Europa League win ✅ 1x goalkeeping LEGEND! Congratulations on an amazing career
chidesco1
182
Goodbye cech. The holder of the record for the most premier league clean sheets. Goodluck in whatever thing you choose to pursue in life as your next chapter begins.
Alfred Appiah
148
We will miss Petr, I hope Chelsea gives you the opportunity to be part of the goalkeepers coaching staffs and groom young goalkeepers. Premier league will miss you and the world of football fans will not forget about you. Thank you so much for your service in the game.
Aquaman
119
Cech's contributions are immense not just as a goalkeeper but also as a charismatic leader at both Chelsea and Arsenal.He's a legend from the Czech Republic.
joohnny10
94
that's a heart breaking decision. arsenal and chelsea greatest ever legend. one of the best goalkeeper in the world. love you legend
FootbaLLLLover⚽⚽⚽
69
Oh, no ,I wasn't expected this new . Although you retire from football , you will be one of the best Kepler in football history .If you want , come back as a manager and we wait for you. Goodbye Legend Petr Cech.✋✋✋😢😢😢 Now there are only two great Legendary great Keeper left in playing football ,Casillas and Buffon ✌️✌️✌️.Wish them stay playing football for next five season.💪💪💪