“I would like to take the opportunity to thank Spartak and wish them and their supporters well for the rest of the season.

“They are an ambitious club and I have been very impressed with their professionalism. But after assessing this move with my family, we’ve decided this is not the right move for ourselves at this time. Good luck Spartak.”

 

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After considerable thought, I have decided to decline a contract offer from Spartak Moscow. I would like to take the opportunity to thank Spartak and wish them and their supporters well for the rest of the season. They are an ambitious club and I have been very impressed with their professionalism. But after assessing this move with my family, we’ve decided this is not the right move for ourselves at this time. Good Luck Spartak ?⚪️ @fcsm_official

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Villa – who Terry spent last season with – had shown an interest in re-signing him and now they are looking at him once again.

Alex Apati of Ladbrokes said: “Only two sides have conceded more than Villa in the Championship this season so it’s no surprise to see John Terry’s odds of a return priced so low.”