Emyr Huws: Ex-Wales, Man City, Ipswich, Cardiff midfielder retires aged 30

Former Wales midfielder Emyr Huws has retired from professional football at the age of 30.

Huws, who won 11 caps for Wales between 2014 and 2017, was hampered by injuries throughout his career.

He joined Manchester City from Swansea City as a teenager and went on to play for clubs such as Ipswich Town, Wigan Athletic and Cardiff City.

Huws' final club was Colchester United, leaving after his contract expired at the end of last season.

He announced his retirement on social media, writing: "Whilst writing this message, I never thought I'd be writing this shortly after my 30th birthday.

"To those of you that know me, will know that this journey within football has been my life since I was six years old.

"The time has now come to enter a new stage in my life, this journey has taught me many extraordinary things.

"I remember when I was young, the certainty I had that I was going to be a footballer was powerful and with all the obstacles thrown at me, I achieved that dream.

"God only knows how much support I've needed through this journey, and I'm blessed to have had immense support with me all of the way.

"Even in the bleakest of times with their help and my determination I always found a way and thank all of you.

"I've come to the realisation through many tough lessons that this path is no longer meant for me, and I am meant for something else.

"My deepest gratitude to everyone involved in my journey and I thank you all for helping me become the man I am today.

"My time playing the game is at an end but I am not done yet, my mission is to use all of my experience and wisdom to help inspire and empower as many people as possible.

"Thank you everyone and I hope you all chase your dreams in this short life."

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