Former Chelsea, Millwall and Newport County goalkeeper Lenny Pidgeley retires after ten-year battle with depression, but Farnborough complain of “shocking” timing

Lenny Pidgeley's former club say the timing of his retirement is “shocking” after revealing a long battle with depression.
The ex-Chelsea goalkeeper, who won the Premier League under Jose Mourinho in 2005, ended his 15-year career in yesterday that coincidently left Farnborough without a keeper for their first qualifying round replay at , which they eventually lost on penalties.
In a statement on the club's website, Boro bemoaned the timing of Pidgeley's announcement.
It read: “Until 12 o'clock today (Wednesday) both keepers were available, but unfortunately James Stroud has a work commitment that he is unable to get out of despite his best efforts.
“Lenny Pidgeley informed us this afternoon that due to a ‘significant long term personal medical condition' he is retiring from football with immediate effect.
“This is the first anyone at the club was aware of the condition and although the timing is shocking we wish Lenny and his family all the best in his retirement.
“It is not appropriate that the Club comment further on personal matters that have nothing to do with the Club.”
Supporters and players were quick to criticise the club on Twitter while sending their messages of support to Pidgeley.

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