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Nani has announced that he will be leaving Orlando City SC after three seasons with the Major League Soccer side.

The ex-Manchester United and Portugal star had served as captain for Orlando, helping the team reach the playoffs twice and to the final of the MLS is Back tournament in 2020.

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Nani’s announcement comes days after Orlando lost to Nashville SC in the first round of the MLS Cup playoffs.

Since joining Orlando in 2019, he tallied 28 goals and 23 assists across 77 games (64 starts). The winger was also a two-time MLS All-Star.

“Orlando is a city I can call home, with great people and fantastic supporters, but my contract has ended and there was a decision by the club not to extend it,” Nani wrote on Twitter. “It was an honor captaining the club for its first-ever playoff appearances and reaching the final of the MLS is Back Tournament.

“I shall never forget how the fans and community supported me and my family ever since the moment we arrived in Florida. You will have in me a friend and a fan for the future. I wish you all the best.”

Nani’s departure opens a coveted Designated Player spot for Orlando. The Lions will have two DP spots open, with Mauricio Pereyra the only one on the roster.

The 2022 MLS season kicks off in February.

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