He had already retired from the national team. He was not currently under contract with any team in club football. In this situation, Jerome Boateng stopped his journey without rushing to a new club. He has announced his retirement from professional football. The defender won the World Cup for Germany.
Boateng last played for Germany in 2018. He last played for Austrian club LASK Linz. He had a contract with the club until 2026. However, the contract was terminated by mutual consent on August 19. Exactly one month later, the 37-year-old defender announced his departure.
Boateng has played for a total of seven clubs in his 18-year career in professional football. However, the football world mainly knows him as Bayern’s Boateng. He joined Germany’s biggest club from Manchester City in 2011. The defender has won 22 trophies, including 9 Bundesliga titles, two Champions Leagues and two Club World Cups, in 10 years at this club.
Boateng has played 76 times for Germany. He was an integral part of the team that won the 2014 World Cup in Brazil and was also part of the Germany team that finished third in the 2010 World Cup. After leaving Bayern in 2021, he spent two seasons at Olympique Lyonnais. He then joined LASK from Italian club Salernitana last year.
Boateng said about his retirement, “I have played for a long time. I have played for big clubs, I have played for my country. I have learned along the way, I have won, I have lost. I have grown in all aspects. Football has given me a lot, but now it is time to look forward. I am grateful to all the teams, the fans and the people who have pushed me forward and above all, my family, my children – everyone.”
FAQ
Who is Jerome Boateng?
Jerome Boateng is a German professional footballer, primarily known for his time at Bayern Munich and as a World Cup-winning defender for Germany.
When did Jerome Boateng announce his retirement?
Boateng announced his retirement in September 2025, shortly after ending his contract with Austrian club LASK Linz.
Which clubs did Boateng play for during his career?
Boateng played for seven clubs, including Manchester City, Bayern Munich, Olympique Lyonnais, Salernitana, and LASK Linz.
What were Boateng’s major achievements?
He won 22 trophies with Bayern Munich, including nine Bundesliga titles, two Champions League titles, two Club World Cups, and the 2014 FIFA World Cup with Germany.
