Pepe will be leaving Real Madrid this month and has taken to social media to pen a heartfelt farewell letter to the Madrid faithfuls.
The Portuguese defender confirmed he would be leaving the club when his contract expires, after he was offered a one-year extension instead of the two years he wanted.
And Pepe has noe picked today to say his goodbyes to the Santiago Bernabeu and its fans.
The 34-year-old wrote on Instagram: “On July 12, 2007 I arrived at Real Madrid with the illusion of a boy who arrived where he had dreamed every day of his childhood.
“Today, 10 years later, I have to stop wearing this badge. Every day I wore this shirt, I did it with the illusion of always.
“ d I will carry your affection in the heart!
“And I say it again … The best of these 10 years ??? To train every day, to live with each and every one of the employees of this club … Treading the Santiago Bernabeu and feeling your support was always magic!
“In my heart I keep your affection, and this feeling of duty fulfilled … Real Madrid and your affection will always be part of my history, my life! Thanks and Until Always! “
