Former West Brom and Stoke Forward Saido Berahino Announces Retirement at 33
Saido Berahino hangs up his boots
Saido Berahino, the former striker who moved from West Bromwich Albion to Stoke City in January 2017, has confirmed that he is stepping away from professional football at the age of 33.
The transfer that took him to the Britannia Stadium was valued at £12 million, a figure that reflected the high expectations placed on the Zimbabwe‑born forward at the time. Over the years he represented both clubs in the Premier League and the Championship, contributing his experience and goals to each side.
Berahino’s decision to retire comes after a career that saw him feature for several English clubs and earn international caps for Zimbabwe. While his journey included moments of promise and periods of challenge, the announcement marks the conclusion of a professional path that began in the youth ranks of West Brom before moving north to Stoke.
Fans of both teams have taken to social media to express gratitude for his contributions on and off the pitch, highlighting the respect he earned during his playing days.
As the football community acknowledges his retirement, Berahino joins the growing list of former professionals who transition to life beyond the game at a relatively young age.
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