Liverpool legend Luis Garcia has thanked fans for the response to his retirement announcement.
Hundreds and thousands of messages of gratitude and well wishes were dispatched to the 35-year-old when the news broke - a groundswell of support that the former attacker will never forget.
"It meant everything. They know what I feel about Liverpool, the fans and the city," he reflected to Liverpoolfc.com several days after his decision had been publicised.
"I was so proud that I had the chance to be there, to enjoy the crowd and all the things we did in the past. I'm going to be a Red for the rest of my life.
"I'm very happy to hear those kinds of things. The fans know what I feel. It's not easy to finish playing for Liverpool.
"After seven years, they are still singing my song and sending me messages, asking me how I feel and where I am - and if I'm coming back. It is one of the most important things I've ever had."
