5 footballers who are likely to retire with their current teams

Loyalty is one of the rarest things that we get to see in football, after all, the sport is now turning more into a money-based venture, where most can't deny big money moves. However, there have been some exceptions who have put it all down and have stuck to their commitments by playing for the team they love the most.

There have been the likes of Ryan Giggs and Daniele De Rossi who have stuck to their teams ever since they started playing football and have retired exactly where it all started for them.

5 such players have obviously denied some of the biggest names in all of Europe and have been a part of the legacy. Chances are that these 5 world-class players will retire where they are, as their loyalties lie with their teams

#5 Marco Reus - Borussia Dortmund

Back in 2014, Reus was one of the best footballers in all of Europe but was never able to cope up full with his proneness to some of the most serious injuries a football player can truly experience.

The German joined Borussia Dortmund from Borussia Monchengladbach in 2012, after Dortmund were able to secure the Bundesliga title that year. It would be extremely safe to say that he has been one of the most prolific players and has made an impact.

Throughout his time with Dortmund, Reus has been surrounded with transfer speculations involving Real Madrid, Arsenal, Manchester United and other top clubs in all of Europe, but has decided to stay with the German giants as a display of loyalty. In fact, Reus rejected an offer from Manchester City in order to accept a contract extension with Borussia Dortmund. Surely, it looks like he has his plans for the retirement set with BVB.

#4 David Silva - Manchester City

Silva will surely be retiring at the Etihad. — Silva will surely be retiring at the Etihad

Silva was signed by City back in 2010, and without a shadow of a doubt, he has been their most important midfielder in the last decade or so, winning 3 Premier League titles in a short span of 8 years.

With Manchester City's winning run being far from vulnerable, it looks like they are yet again the contenders of winning the title, and Silva can surely play an important role in achieving the feat.

A fan-favourite, Silva hasn't been surrounded by a sort of transfer speculation in a very long time, but it is for sure that he is going to stay at the Etihad for a very long period of time. Being their most important midfielder makes him more secure, and his love for his club can make him stay until he retires. At the age of 32, Silva still has a lot left in his tank.

#3 Sergio Ramos - Real Madrid

Ramos is one of Real Madrid's most celebrated players

Madrid didn't have the best start to this season but are slowly getting back to their winning ways and are developing the consistency required in order to maintain their standards of winning silverware.

Their defence is now back on track, thanks to the man who leads it; Sergio Ramos, at the age of 32 has not discussed his retirement plans as of yet, but the chances are that he will hang his boots at the Santiago Bernabeu.

It is almost impossible to replace Ramos with any other player, as his vision and leadership qualities are totally unparallel. With almost 14 seasons with Los Blancos, Ramos has won 19 trophies with the club and is regarded as one of Real Madrid's greatest captains of all times.

Recent speculations suggested that the Spaniard could leave the capital, however, he has put it all aside and is now playing with all his heart. It is almost impossible for him to leave.

#2 Harry Kane - Tottenham Hotspur

Arsenal FC v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League

The Englishmen has never responded to any transfer speculation openly but has been the top target of the biggest clubs in all of Europe for obvious reasons. His consistent goalscoring abilities made him one of the top targets for Real Madrid at the beginning of this season as a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo. However, it is highly unlikely for him to move to another club for multiple reasons.

One of the main reasons being that there are only a few clubs that can actually afford to get his signature including PSG and Manchester City, who can eventually spend a minimum of €150million in order to secure the Englishmen.

The other being the fact that he hasn't won a major trophy with Spurs can definitely make him stay. The possibility of him staying at his current club and retiring are extremely high, but given his age, he could head to a big club in the future, if they can afford him.

#1 Lionel Messi - Barcelona

No introduction required for the Argentine, as he moves into the next contract extension that will make him stay with Barcelona up until 2022. As per the experts, it is suggested that 2022 could be the last and final season for him, but will he retire or not is a question that is being asked by many.

Even at the age of 31, Messi continues to perform at top level and is still considered as one of the best in the world. He has never talked about leaving Barcelona in recent times but can surely join a club that can actually afford his wage.

For the most part, his loyalty lies with the Blaugrana, and the chances are that he will hang his boots with Barcelona in the near future. Considering his age, he has a lot of time in order to win more titles with his side.

Edited by Victor R. Lopez M.