- Arsene Wenger said after the 2010 Emirates Cup.Emmanuel Frimpong has announced his retirement from football at age 27.Nine years later, the 27-year-old has announced his retirement from football. Spells in Russia with UFA and Arsenal Tula followed after failing to make an impact at Oakwell but injuries plagued his career. Emmanuel Yaw Frimpong (Accra, 10 gennaio 1992) è un ex calciatore inglese naturalizzato ghanese, di ruolo centrocampista. Bolingoli, Aberdeen players charged over coronavirus breachesFormer Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong retires aged 27 Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong has announced his retirement from football at the age of 27.Frimpong, who came through Arsenal's youth academy, made just six appearances during his time at the Emirates Stadium before he joined Barnsley in January 2014.The Ghanaian last played for Ermis Aradippou in 2017 but has struggled to overcome a knee injury injury in the last five years. I decided with my own will that I will not opt for the operation since I was not enjoying football playing through pain. A post on his official Twitter account read: He began his career at Arsenal, where he won a FA Youth Cup and two Premier Academy League titles. In a statement on Thursday evening, the former Black Star midfielder confessed that reoccurring knee problems is the reason behind his decision to step away from the sport. He dabbles in all things sport but football is his biggest passion. Frimpong, who made just six appearances under Arsene Wenger at Arsenal, spent time at Wolves, Charlton and MK Dons before joining Championship side Barnsley in 2014. Jack Kenmare is a writer at SPORTbible. His last club was Ermis Aradippou who he signed a two-year deal with on August 17, 2017. — EMMANUEL FRIMPONG (@IAMFRIMPONG26) March 7, 2019 Frimpong signed for Arsenal aged nine, where he won a FA Youth Cup and two Premier Academy League titles. Here's his statement in full, written on the classic iPhone Notes app, of course:"It is with great sadness I have decided to retire from professional football. Georges St-Pierre Names His 'Best Ever' Fighter In MMA History And His UFC GOATsFootball Fans Won't Be Allowed To Sing Or Chant When Crowds ReturnFootballer Adam Johnson Set To Be Released From Prison Later This MonthYoung West Ham Fan Given Just 4% Chance Of Surviving Has Beaten CancerJose Mourinho 'To Return To Real Madrid' As Manager Until End Of SeasonMarcelo 'Agrees Terms With Juventus' Ahead Of Summer Move Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong has announced his retirement from football at the age of 27. Emmanuel Yaw Frimpong (Akan: / f r ɪ m ˈ p ɒ ŋ / frim-PONG) (born 10 January 1992) is a Ghanaian former professional footballer who played as a midfielder, most recently for Ermis Aradippou.. "I would love to thank all the clubs I have represented, Arsenal, Charlton, Barnsley, Fulham, Ufa, AFC Eskilstuna and Ermis for the love and support they have given and to the fans who always supported me. Ghana and former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong has announced a ‘surprise’ retirement from professional football at the age of 27. I have had problems with my knee for the last five years or so and have got back to playing at a professional level.

At the age of 27, former Arsenal youth product Emmanuel Frimpong has decided to retire from professional football after an eight year career in the … Happy retirement. " He said via his Twitter account (caps his): IS WITH GREAT SADNESS I HAVE DECIDED TO RETIRE FROM PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL. Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong has announced his retirement from professional football. "Spending time with my daughter and family the last year has made me realise I'm blessed. Former Arsenal and Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong has announced his retirement from football at the age of 27. He finished his career in the Cypriot First Division side Ermis Aradippou FC before announcing his retirement on Thursday night. Frimpong also had stints with Wolverhampton Wanderers, Charlton Atletic, Fulham and Barnsley. "Former Arsenal team-mate Jack Wilshere, who was also part of the club's youth set up at the same time, wished Frimpong the best during his retirement in response on social media.The West Ham midfielder said: "From under 11's to first team...Frimmy it was a pleasure my friend! Frimpong, who came through Arsenal's youth …

He was once hit in the head by a wayward strike from Nicky Butt and lived to tell the tale. "But since November 2017 I haven't been in action as I had a tear in my knee ligament. "I would love to thank all the clubs I have represented, Arsenal, Charlton, Barnsley, Fulham, UFA, AFC Eskilstuna and Ermis for the love and support they have given and to the fans who always supported me. "I believe he (Frimpong) has done really well. "I decided with my own will that I will not opt for the operation since I was not enjoying football playing through pain. He also played for English sides Wolverhampton Wanderers, Charlton Athletic and Fulham. "Spending time with my daughter and family the last year has made me realise I'm blessed. Good luck to you and your family in the future mate.

Let us know your favourite memory of Frimpong in the comments. He is a bit less of a dribbler but he is a fighter and he is a winner."