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Chris Burke leaves Kilmarnock in favour of continuing playing career

Chris Burke will be parting company with Kilmarnock after five years.

The veteran winger will be moving on from Rugby Park after he was offered a full-time coaching role.

The 38-year-old has rejected the offer in favour of continuing as a player, but he has thanked Killie for their help over the years.

He told Sky Sports: "I went away on holiday, gathered my thoughts and everyone knew I'd been offered a coaching role at the club.

"It was a fantastic opportunity I had been given, I have a great relationship with Kilmarnock.

"But it was probably just the wrong job at the wrong time, once I reflected about what I want to do, I still have that burning desire to play football and remain competitive at first team level and hopefully offer something to a club.

"I had a great five seasons, I can't speak highly enough of the club, and the way it's handled.

"I just think sometimes fairytales do end, but it's ended in a good way, I just want to see the club do well."

He added: "Everyone I speak to says you're a long time retired, I would rather put the decision on myself to decide when I am done.

"You make a lot of sacrifices the older you get, I am willing to make them though.

"For me, I am still looking to win and be competitive every single day, my body still feels good."

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