Twitter reacts as Abou Diaby announces his retirement

After an injury-filled career, Abou Diaby has announced his retirement from football. The Frenchman was once considered one of the greatest talents and rising stars of Arsenal, but he never lived up to expectations after a broken leg. The 32-year-old made just 180 appearances for Arsenal despite spending nine years of his career at North London.

After being released by the Gunners, he left for Marseille but played only six times over the span of two seasons. Unfortunately, he was released in 2017 and have not played a competitive match since 2016.

In May 2006, Diaby suffered a serious ankle fracture. The injury halted his progress and caused him many other separate injuries over the years. Arsene Wenger, his former manager, paid homage to the midfielder. Diaby certainly could have had a more fulfilling career had he not been injured back in 2006.

Arsenal fans are well aware of the talent that he has and he could even have lifted the World Cup title with the rest of the French squad last year. No one would have expected the player to miss so many games and never truly come back to play competitive football.

Announcing his retirement, the French midfielder admitted that it was difficult for him to come back and eventually, he decided to hang up his boots.

Footballers from all around the world also commented on his skills and talents during the years that he was active. Although he did not achieve the status of becoming a legend at Arsenal, fans would surely remember his best moments when he played.

It is such a huge pity that he had to retire without playing much in his career. Here was how fans reacted to his retirement news.

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