Theo Walcott confirms summer exit from relegated Southampton
The Saints veteran has thanked fans for their support
Theo Walcott has confirmed Sunday's Premier League match against Liverpool will be his last for Southampton.
He made his first team debut aged 16 in 2005, before moving on to play for Arsenal and Everton.
Walcott returned to St Mary's for a second spell in 2021.
He will leave when his contract ends at the relegated club this summer, but says he aims to carry on playing and looks forward to a new challenge.
Writing on Twitter, Walcott said: "Today marks my last appearance in a Saints shirt and I just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone at @SouthamptonFC - it’s a fantastic club with incredible people.
"I am really disappointed for the fans that we weren’t able to stay in the Premier League this season, but I am certain the club will be back there again soon.
"Thanks to all of you for your support right back to my debut aged 16 years old. I would like to wish the team and fans every success for the future.
"My aim is to continue playing and I’m looking forward to the next challenge."