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Ryan Giggs has retired from playing for Manchester United to concentrate on being Louis van Gaal’s assistant.
The midfield legend made 963 appearances for United spanning almost 24 years spoke of his “immense pride, sadness and excitement” over his decision to become the Old Trafford No 2 following Dutchman Van Gaal’s appointment yesterday.

In an open letter to fans, he said: “I would also like to take this opportunity to announce my retirement from professional football and embark upon a new and exciting chapter in my life, as assistant manager of Manchester United. I am immensely proud, honoured and fortunate to have represented the biggest club in the world 963 times and Wales 64 times”.— The Guardian