The world champion withdraws to a well-deserved rest

After playing a poor season in England, defender Alvaro Arbeloa has decided that it is time for a change.

The 34-year-old Spaniard announced that he is hanging up his boots and will no longer play professionally.

In his time with "West Ham" team, the veteran played only 3 matches in the "Premier" league and managed to receive 3 yellow cards.

In the past, the defender has also represented teams such as "Deportivo", "Liverpool" and Madrid's "Real".

It was with the royal club that he won numerous trophies, and playing for his country's national team, he became a world champion in 2010.