Breaking: Man City star Vincent Kompany retires to coach Anderlecht

Manchester City’s Vincent Kompany has retired aged 34 to take up a bigger task as a coach for the professional Belgian side.

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Royal Sporting Club Anderlecht welcomed Vincent Kompany as its full-time coach and manager, Daily Times gathered.

In May 2019, Kompany joined Anderlecht in what was a player-manager role, and now he will be shifting his focus entirely to management.

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The 34-year-old has had 532 appearances, 31 goals and 21 assists, which can be likened as a successful career.

Meanwhile, Manchester City, in a tweet, wished the Belgian good luck.

There won't be another like him! 💪

Best of luck on your retirement from football, @VincentKompany 💙

🔵 #ManCity | https://t.co/axa0klD5re pic.twitter.com/rWzgnli4ih

— Manchester City (@ManCity) August 17, 2020