Beloved Liverpool Star Origi Hangs Up Boots at 31, Feels He's Achieved His Goal

n n

Liverpool cult hero Divock Origi has announced his retirement from football at the age of 31.

n

The former Belgium striker cemented his place in the history of six-time European Cup winners Liverpool in 2019.

n

He scored twice in a memorable 4-0 comeback Champions League semi-final win over Barcelona, after the English giants lost the first leg 3-0, and then in the final victory over Tottenham Hotspur.

n

Origi also enjoyed notable success in the Merseyside derby, scoring six goals against Everton, including a stoppage-time winner in front of the Kop at Liverpool’s Anfield ground that led Reds boss Jurgen Klopp to run onto the pitch in celebration.

n

In total, Origi scored scored 41 goals in 175 Liverpool appearances, only 68 of which were starts.

n

Origi, who began his career at Lille, also won the Premier League with Liverpool in 2020, before joining Italian side AC Milan on a free transfer two years later. He returned to England for a season-long loan with Nottingham Forest in 2024.

n

“My purpose in the game as a player is fulfilled,” Origi, who terminated his contract with Milan in December, wrote in a social media post on Monday.

n

“I lived out my childhood dreams to play on the biggest stages and win the biggest trophies. I am grateful to God for all of it.

n

“To my fans across the world who helped me shine: every iconic moment, every goal, every piece of history we made together will forever be ours.

n

“To every club, and all the coaches and teammates who stood beside me, thank you. You shaped me in ways that go far beyond the pitch.

n

“The mission is complete. Now I step into my next calling. More of the journey to come. With love, Divock Origi.”

n n