David Silva ends retirement to join Hong Kong side Sha Tin

According to BBC Sport, David Silva has come out of retirement at the age of 40 to sign for Sha Tin, a club competing in the Hong Kong Premier League. The Spanish midfielder, who spent a decade at Manchester City, decided to resume his playing career after two years away from the game.

Silva, who was a key figure in City's midfield during his tenure, will bring a wealth of experience to the Hong Kong side. The move marks his first professional engagement outside Europe and follows a trend of veteran players exploring opportunities in Asian leagues.

The former England international will join Sha Tin ahead of the upcoming season, and fans can look for his debut in the club’s upcoming fixtures. Highlights of his first matches will be available on this site.