The tributes came pouring in Wednesday for Barcelona forward Sergio Aguero after he announced his premature retirement from football due to a heart condition.
Among those to pay their respects to the legendary Argentine striker were his former Manchester City teammates, whom he shared his greatest moments and success with on the pitch:
An extraordinary striker has retired from the game, but also a great team mate, a friend and a unique personality. Thanks and respect to an authentic Man City phenomenon.
— Vincent Kompany (@VincentKompany) December 15, 2021
I wish you nothing but the best legend. @aguerosergiokun #Aguerooooo pic.twitter.com/prYdYS7Wxi
One of the best strikers ever! Want to wish you all the best for the future legend. See you soon @aguerosergiokun pic.twitter.com/DLsZ2aL6jg
— Kevin De Bruyne (@DeBruyneKev) December 15, 2021
One of the best to do it 🔥🔥 thank you for everything, take care bro 💙 pic.twitter.com/H1kBM9gkXo
— Riyad Mahrez (@Mahrez22) December 15, 2021
Amigo, sé que ha sido una decisión difícil y dura la que has tenido que tomar pero te vas como una LEYENDA. Para mi ha sido un orgullo compartir tantos momentos juntos, dentro y fuera del terreno. Eres mi partner in crime! 🅰️⚽️Mucha suerte en tu nueva etapa! #KunAguero pic.twitter.com/4s7as9QsAk
— David Silva (@21LVA) December 15, 2021
This video will never get old 🤣🤣🤣 happy retirement @aguerosergiokun love you so much 💙 🍾 🥂 @ManCity pic.twitter.com/UUJ82apO7j
— Pablo Zabaleta (@pablo_zabaleta) December 15, 2021
A true legend of the game.
— Leroy Sané (@leroy_sane) December 15, 2021
It was an honour to play with you, Sergio.
I wish you all the best for your future. @aguerosergiokun pic.twitter.com/hMybroRitH
Thank you for everything we've lived together, Kun. It was a pleasure to play by your side. Congratulations on your beautiful and victorious carrer. Thanks! @aguerosergiokun #kun10 pic.twitter.com/XPLFCuZLbP
— Gabriel Jesus (@gabrieljesus9) December 15, 2021
King Kun.
— Manchester City (@ManCity) December 15, 2021
Everyone at Manchester City would like to take this opportunity to thank @aguerosergiokun for his incredible contribution to our success over the last decade and wish him well in his retirement 💙 pic.twitter.com/AgMWXZtPZ8
One of Manchester City's most famous supporters, former Oasis singer Liam Gallagher, also weighed in on the 33-year-old's announcement:
Respect ✊ to the 1 n only SERGIO AGUERO relax n put your feet up RKID untouchable LG x
— Liam Gallagher (@liamgallagher) December 15, 2021
His former club Atletico Madrid and home country Argentina saluted him:
Thanks for the memories, Sergio. We wish you all the best. pic.twitter.com/0gHVboqXPQ
— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) December 15, 2021
#FuerzaKun ¡Gracias, querido @aguerosergiokun! Gracias por tantos años de fútbol, gambetas, goles y alegrías con la Albiceleste. Estarás por siempre en los corazones de cada argentino y te alentaremos toda la vida👏
— Selección Argentina 🇦🇷 (@Argentina) December 15, 2021
¡Todo lo mejor para lo que venga!
📝https://t.co/BoRVMieKfJ pic.twitter.com/OauliLeJRB
Aguero's compatriot and close friend Lionel Messi reminisced about their relationship on and off the pitch:
Messi's farewell message to Aguero 🥺 pic.twitter.com/YaKBzpZo4S
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) December 15, 2021
Several of Aguero's opponents through the years also showed love for the prolific goalscorer:
One Of The Greatest @premierleague players EVER. @aguerosergiokun 💙
— John Terry (@JohnTerry26) December 15, 2021
LEGEND pic.twitter.com/8yWo7H43l7
You have achieved so much in your career and can look back on it with pride. All the best for your health, you and your family. 🙏🏼 @aguerosergiokun pic.twitter.com/9XggirBudk
— Franck Ribéry (@FranckRibery) December 15, 2021
It was an honour to compete against a player like you, @aguerosergiokun, one of the best players in the world. Best of luck to you and your family.
— Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) December 15, 2021
An amazing career sadly comes to an end.
— FC Bayern English (@FCBayernEN) December 15, 2021
All the best for your future, @aguerosergiokun! 🙏 pic.twitter.com/aPVy1Ikwrc
