Alex Smithies departs Leciester City, announces retirement due to injury

Alex Smithies has left the Club after announcing his retirement due to injury 📰

— Leicester City (@LCFC) January 22, 2024

"The experienced goalkeeper, 33, joined the Foxes in 2022 after a spell with Cardiff City and would go on to support the goalkeeping department during his year-and-a-half term at King Power Stadium," a statement from Leicester's official website read.

"However, following a run of persistent injuries, Alex has regrettably been forced to call time on a 17-year playing career that saw him make nearly 500 senior appearances for Huddersfield Town, Queens Park Rangers and Cardiff.

"Leicester City would like to place on record our appreciation to Alex and offer him and his family our best wishes for the future."