Nottingham Forest may have already avoided relegation from the Premier League, but their final encounter against Burnley this weekend will be memorable.
Felipe bids farewell, having previously announced his retirement and possibly having one last chance to play in a professional game.
Globo Esporte interviewed the defender, who discussed his sentiments ahead of the last match.
“Oh yes, little by little. Since it hasn’t happened, we always think we’re ready. But I think we’ll see at the moment, when the last day comes. I don’t know what the reaction will be, but my future plans are already very much mapped out. And I just have to say thank you, it’s been a great career. My head is quite clear, thank God,” said the Nottingham Forest centre-back.
Felipe said in a larger interview, which will be released next week, that he got numerous offers from teams. That’s why he announced his retirement in March: he wants to spend more time with his family.
Felipe also sent a special greeting to the supporters who have followed him throughout his career.
“All I have to say is thank you. To everyone who has passed through my career. To those who have praised me and to the critics too, who have trained me a lot. I think it’s been a beautiful journey. I’ve tried to work to the best of my ability, to dedicate myself to the point of reaching my peak. And I think the Corinthians fans were the difference, a push, a huge lever that I had to get through my process in Europe. I’d just like to thank them and my fans in Portugal, Spain and England. I hold them in high regard and I’ll be following them wherever I am.”
Nottingham Forest signed the Brazilian in January 2023, paying €2.3 million to Atlético Madrid. Despite promptly joining the club, he lost his spot this season. That’s why he’ll leave the City Ground with only 25 appearances, potentially adding one more in his farewell match.
