Robbie Keane has announced he will be leaving the LA Galaxy this year.
The 36-year-old Republic of Ireland great has revealed that his five-and-a-half-year stint with the MLS giants will be be over at the completion of his contract in December.
Keane arrived in California in the middle of 2011 and has helped the Galaxy win three MLS Cups while making the MLS Best XI on four occasions, winning one MLS MVP (2014), one MLS Cup MVP (2014) and the MLS Golden Boot (2012) along the way.
The former Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool and Leeds United striker, who retired from international duty with Ireland recently, scored 104 goals in 165 appearances in all competitions for the Galaxy.
"It's been a privilege to have played my part in the history of such a great club and I leave with memories that will stay with me forever," he said in an open letter.
"Winning three MLS Cups, scoring over 100 goals for the club and being named as 2014 MVP are all achievements that I will look back on with pride, it's been an incredible experience, I've truly loved every minute of my time at LA Galaxy.
"However, I believe that now is the right time for a new challenge as I look towards the next chapter of my playing career. I still feel as fit and sharp as ever and I am looking forward to my next adventure.
"Having now retired from international football I am ready to focus everything I have on one last major challenge in club football and will be taking time out to consider my options before announcing my next move.
"I would like to thank everyone at the Galaxy including the board, manager and all of my team-mates for their incredible support during my time in LA.
"Finally, I would like to thank the most important people at the club: the fans. Thank you for welcoming me as one of your own and for helping to make LA such a special place for both me and my family.
"The city has become my second home and I will never forget the unbelievable backing you've given me during my time at the Galaxy. The great times we have shared will stay with me forever.
"I look forward to watching the club continue to grow and progress in the coming years. It's been an honour to captain your team and I am so proud of everything we have achieved together. Thank you for everything."
Keane's departure comes in the same week as Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard announced his exit from the five-time MLS Cup winners.
