Milan captain Paolo Maldini admits he may postpone his planned retirement until the end of next season.
Milan captain could postpone retirement
Milan captain Paolo Maldini admits he may continue to play beyond his 40th birthday by postponing his planned retirement until the end of next season.
Maldini, 39, announced after Milan won the World Club Championship in December that he is set to hang up his boots at the end of the current campaign.
But the Italian left-back, who has won the Serie A title seven times as well as sampling five UEFA Champions League successes, has hinted that he will continue to play.
Energy
"I have a lot of energy left. One must be consistent, but at the same time only an idiot doesn't change his mind," he said.
"In these last few months my knees are no longer hurting very much. The club and fans are pushing me to play for another year.
"I have to admit, three months ago I was in a much worse condition and had to stay out for five months following surgery.
"Now I feel better and am even playing in a role I hadn't tried for quite a while. I love this sport and I love training."
