Nottingham Forest fans have sent heartfelt messages to former midfielder Ben Watson after the announcement of his retirement.
The 37-year-old spent two years at Forest between 2018 and 2020 after joining from Watford under Aitor Karanka. Watson made 79 appearances for the Reds, scoring three and providing a further four assists.
Watson played an influential role in Sabri Lamouchi's side during the 2019/20 campaign before departing the City Ground to join League One side Charlton Athletic to move closer to his family.
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He went on to make 43 appearances for the Addicks before being released at the end of his contract in June. Today (Wednesday 10 August), the player's agency CAA Base confirmed his retirement. They tweeted: "Long-standing client Ben Watson today announces his retirement from professional football.
"Congratulations to Ben on an excellent career and we wish him all the best as he embarks upon his next chapter."
Following the announcement, Forest fans have sent their best wishes to the central midfielder. Here's what they have had to say...
dave_Itm: Our Ginger Iniesta!!! Good luck for the future Ben! Thanks for your efforts in the Garibaldi Red!
@Debs90181034: All the best Ben. We loved him at Forest.
@AlieNFFClineker: Good luck in your next step whatever that might be. True pro of football.
@johnmichaelw: Forever be a player I wished Forest had signed a lot sooner, but it was brilliant to see him in Garibaldi, and he did us proud. Wishing him a happy retirement!
@ilsongal71: All the best Ben, thanks for everything you did for us at #nffc.
@MarcTwaite: Thank You Ben at Forest!! I know you never got a Goodbye or Thanks from the Club but from the Fans you were a total pro and great Captain for us which will never be forgotten
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