Former Burnley striker and 37-year-old England international Jay Rodriguez has announced his retirement from football. He finished his career with Wrexham, helping them win promotion from League One in 2025.
Burnley career
Rodriguez began his career with Burnley and left the club to join Southampton in 2012. He made 311 appearances for Burnley across his two spells with the club and won promotion to the Premier League twice with Burnley.
England and Southampton
Rodriguez made one England appearance in 2013. His only England appearance came in a friendly against Chile at Wembley while he was playing for Southampton.
He also helped Southampton reach the 2016-17 EFL Cup final, where they were beaten by Manchester United.
Later moves
Rodriguez subsequently joined West Bromwich Albion before returning to Turf Moor in 2019. He played more than 250 Premier League games during his career.
Final club
Rodriguez appeared 25 times for Wrexham. He had been without a club since leaving Wrexham in the summer.
