Tottenham fan favourite announces retirement four years after leaving N17
A Tottenham fan favourite has officially called time on his playing career at the age of 33, bringing an end to a professional journey that spanned over a decade and saw him grace some of Europe’s biggest stages.
Former Tottenham Hotspur winger Erik Lamela only recently showed that Spurs still hold a special place in his heart, leaving a heartfelt comment under one of their social media posts.
The Argentine, who will forever be remembered for his iconic rabona strike against Arsenal in the 2021 season, reminded supporters that he still keeps tabs on the north London side, writing, “Tottenham Hotspur, I miss you,” in the comment section under a post that they tribute to his derby day strike.
Lamela’s time at Tottenham was filled with moments of flair and commitment, but his journey after leaving the club saw him turn out for Sevilla and AEK Athens, adding new chapters to his career.
Tottenham icon Erik Lamela retires from professional football
According to Spanish outlet MARCA, Erik Lamela has now decided to retire from professional football after 16 years at the top level.
The report stated that while his playing days have come to an end, his involvement in the sport will continue, with the Argentine set to join Matías Almeyda’s coaching staff at Sevilla.
During his time at Tottenham, Lamela made over 250 appearances, scoring 37 goals and providing 46 assists, cementing his place as a cult figure among the fanbase.
Lamela’s legacy on and off the pitch
Lamela also left his mark at Sevilla, helping the Spanish side lift the Europa League trophy in the 2022-23 season, but he never won silverware in a Tottenham shirt.
Individually, however, his career highlight for Spurs came in the form of the FIFA Puskas Award, which he won for that outrageous rabona against Arsenal, a strike that remains one of the Premier League’s most iconic goals.
With his playing career now concluded and his focus shifting towards coaching, Lamela steps into a new chapter of football, and his journey will be followed closely by those who have admired his talent and passion over the years.
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