Aguero decides not to charge Barcelona for the remainder of his contract

Sergio Aguero’s time as a Barcelona player came to an end on Wednesday as the veteran striker announced his retirement from the game with immediate effect.

The Argentine superstar had signed for the Catalans only last summer, arriving on a free transfer from Manchester City, as he sought to play with close friend Lionel Messi at the club level.

However, that dream would never come true as Messi ended up leaving Barça for PSG after the Catalans failed to renew his contract. Following the disappointment of his exit, Aguero also had to deal with a calf injury which kept him out of action until October.

But, Aguero’s career in Catalonia would just span only five games, with one goal that came in the Clasico against Real Madrid. After having collapsed mid-game during a La Liga encounter against Deportivo Alaves, the 33-year-old was diagnosed with a heart condition that has now forced him into early retirement.

One of the greatest strikers of the modern era, Aguero could not spill his magic at Camp Nou. However, the Manchester City legend has done the club a favour on his way out, as ARA reports that the 33-year-old has decided not to charge Barcelona for the remainder of his contract.

Upon arrival, Aguero had signed a two-year deal with the Blaugrana, at a salary less than half of what he used to earn at Manchester City. But having now hung up his boots after just featuring five times for the club, he has decided to waive off any payments for the remaining length of his contract.

At a time when Barça are going through financial difficulties, the gesture from the now-retired superstar will come as a boost. With his departure, there will also be space created on the wage bill for the Catalans to register new players come January transfer window.