Fabio Borini announces retirement from professional football

Former Italy international striker Fabio Borini has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 35. Borini concludes a career that saw him play for several high-profile European clubs, including Chelsea, Liverpool, AC Milan, Roma, and Sunderland.

His final professional chapters included stints at Fatih Karagümrük in Turkey, followed by playing for Sampdoria in Italy's Serie B and Salford City in England. During his two seasons with Sampdoria, Borini made 38 appearances and scored 10 goals, including a notable equalizer in a Coppa Italia derby against Genoa.

Following the announcement, Sampdoria released a statement on social media thanking the striker for his contributions to the club during his time in Genoa.