Former Manchester United captain and Premier League champion Ashley Young has revealed that he requires a hip replacement, coming just weeks after officially bringing his 23-year professional football career to an end.
Speaking on the High Performance podcast, the 41-year-old opened up about the severe physical toll his body endured during his final playing spell at Ipswich Town.
Details of Young's Injury Revelation
Injection Threshold: Young explained that after taking a pain-relieving injection for a hip issue in November, doctors initially informed him he would require hip replacement surgery in roughly 10 years.
Escalation in Training: A subsequent training incident aggravated the joint significantly, causing doctors to accelerate his timeline and inform him that surgery will be necessary within the next two years.
Final Season Push: Despite the excruciating pain, Young played 15 matches for Ipswich Town during their promotion campaign back to the Premier League before electing to hang up his boots.
Distinguished Career: The former England international called time on his career having logged 766 professional club appearances, 39 international caps, and winning the 2012/13 Premier League title, FA Cup, League Cup, and UEFA Europa League with Manchester United.
Career Overview & Milestones
| Metric / Detail | Official Fact |
| Player | Ashley Young |
| Primary Clubs | Manchester United, Aston Villa, Watford, Inter Milan, Everton, Ipswich Town |
| Man Utd Record | 261 Appearances | 19 Goals | 34 Assists |
| Major Honours | Premier League (2012/13), Serie A (2020/21), FA Cup, League Cup, Europa League |
| Reason for Retirement | Severe hip joint deterioration requiring replacement surgery. |
