Pedro refuses to return to Spain

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Pedro Rodríguez, 39 years old, has announced his retirement from professional football after becoming a free agent upon the expiration of his contract with Lazio in the transfer market on June 30. The Tenerife winger ends a nearly 20-year career and rules out a possible return to Spain, including the interest generated by Tenerife.

The decision comes after several weeks during which Pedro's future remained uncertain. At the end of June, the player acknowledged that a return to Tenerife was a possibility, while in August he was still without a team, with retirement being one of his options.

Pedro closes his chapter at Lazio

Lazio had extended Pedro's contract until June 30, 2026, the date on which his association with the Italian club officially ended. In five seasons, the winger amassed 209 games and 39 goals with the Roman club.

Prior to deciding to retire, Pedro had contemplated a final chapter in Spain. Tenerife, newly promoted to the Second Division, emerged as an option to conclude his career in his hometown. The player even acknowledged in June that this possibility was on the table.

Ultimately, Pedro has chosen not to return to Spanish football. His announcement marks the end of a career where he also represented Barcelona, Chelsea, and Roma, in addition to the Spanish National Team.

I feel that it's time. Time to take a step forward and start a new chapter in my life. I leave proud to have lived my dream and for all the people who were by my side to make it come true. Thank you, football, for making me so happy. ❤️⚽️ https://t.co/4sEI3GFGQU

— Pedro Rodríguez (@_Pedro17_) October 7, 2026

The titles Pedro leaves with Spain and Barcelona

Pedro departs with 26 titles won between clubs and the national team. With Barcelona, he achieved 5 La Liga titles, 3 Copa del Rey titles, and 3 Champions League titles, in addition to 4 Spanish Super Cups, 3 UEFA Super Cups, and 2 Club World Cups.

During his time at Chelsea, the forward garnered a Premier League title, an FA Cup, and a Europa League. His English stint lasted five seasons, registering 43 goals in over 200 matches, according to data collected post-retirement.

His journey with Spain encompasses the major titles of that era: the 2010 World Cup and the 2012 European Championship. Pedro played 65 international matches and scored 17 goals for the national team.

The retirement follows hints dropped by Pedro during his final season at Lazio that the end was near. In September 2025, he admitted he was unsure if that season would be his last, later confirming he would depart the Italian club.

Now, at 39 years old, Pedro concludes his career without accepting the potential return to Spain that gained momentum during the summer. His retirement definitively marks his time at Lazio as the final chapter of his professional football career.

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