Sergio Ramos has retired from international football.
The 36-year-old made the announcement on Thursday, after being told he would not be part of new Spain coach Luis de la Fuente’s plans.
Ramos revealed that de la Fuente had contacted him and said that he would not be chosen, regardless of his level with Paris Saint-Germain.
The defender has made 180 appearances for Spain, more than any other player, scoring 23 goals.
Ramos won the 2010 World Cup as well as back-to-back European Championships in 2008 and 2012.
“With a heavy heart, it is the end of the road that I hoped would end with a better taste or the part we achieve with La Roja.
“I honestly believe this journey deserves to end with my selection or my performance not being at the level befitting the national team – not because of age or other reasons,” he wrote on social media.
Football is not always fair – Sergio Ramos announces his retirement
