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Former Liverpool star Dirk Kuyt announces retirement after 19-year career

Former Liverpool star Dirk Kuyt announces his retirement from football after guiding Feyenoord to the Eredivisie title.
By , Staff Reporter
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Updated: Saturday, May 20, 2017 at 14:46 UK

Former Liverpool star Dirk Kuyt has announced his retirement from football just a matter of days after winning the Eredivisie crown with Feyenoord.

In 19 years, the ex-Netherlands international played for Utrecht, Feyenoord, Liverpool and Fenerbahce, sealing seven trophies and earning 105 caps for his country.

Kuyt has signed off in style having scored a hat-trick on Sunday to help Feyenoord clinch their first top-flight title in 18 years.

A statement from the Dutchman read: "Throughout my career I have always followed my heart when taking decisions and that goes for this one too.

"To me this feels like the right time to retire. I have had two fantastic years here since returning to Feyenoord, with this season's title as the absolute pinnacle. I had the dream of winning trophies and becoming a champion with Feyenoord. All my dreams have come true."

Kuyt will remain at Feyenoord with the hope of joining the club's technical management team.

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