Clarence Seedorf decided to end the long career as a footballer . Furthermore, the man from the Netherlands will soon occupy the coaching chair at AC Milan . " I am here to announce that I will be retiring after a career of 22 years , " Seedorf said at a press conference , accompanied by his agent Deborah Martin and Botafogo president Mauricio Assumpcao .

Seedorf himself in the last 1.5 years in the Brazilian League career with Botafogo and his name has been mentioned as a prospective candidate Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri after future speculated later . When Rossoneri Allegri decided to dismiss yesterday , rumors grew stronger and Seedorf even rumored to have signed a contract of 2.5 years to be allenatore club 's fashion capital .

Seedorf was immediately decided to contract with Botafogo in the middle of the road and to accept the proposal Milan . It is estimated that Seedorf will watch the match Milan vs Spezia in the Coppa Italia .

" The decision is difficult , but I am satisfied with the achievements during my career and what I have given here , in Botafogo , " I am happy to leave this team who have qualified for Libertadoreds and I left the club in good shape , especially in terms of mentality and spirit fighting . Seedorf said .

" Milan ? We will meet again . 1.5 years experience here has been to make me more mature and these steps will help me , that is as Milan coach , who hired me precisely and elegantly , " he said .

" I hope Brazil can do well in the World Cup and maintain their pride . Thank you , " as reported by the Italian Football completion .

Seedorf start his football career at Ajax Amsterdam and become the first player to win the Champions League with three different clubs , namely Ajax (1995 ) , Real Madrid (1997 ) , and Milan ( 2003 and 2007 ) .