Former Reading forward Jon-Dadi Bodvarsson has confirmed his playing days in England are over, returning to Iceland after nearly a decade.
The 33-year-old first arrived in the UK with Wolverhampton Wanderers nine years ago, scoring three goals in 48 appearances in Old Gold.
It was in the summer of 2017 that Jaap Stam brought the international striker to Berkshire, spending the next two years as a Royal and scoring 17 goals in 56 appearances.
Falling out of favour in Reading, the forward went on to feature for Millwall, Bolton Wanderers, Wrexham and Burton Albion, scoring five goals in 13 appearances this season as the Brewers turned around a poor start to remain in League One.
Bodvarsson scored for the East Midlands side during a 3-2 victory over Noel Hunt's men at the Pirelli Stadium earlier in the season, albeit with more than a hint of offside.
Turning down a new deal with Gary Bowyer's side to return home, Bodvarsson said: "I just wanted to say a big, massive thank you for the last few months at the club. After some long consideration for a while now, I’ve decided along with my family to move back home after almost 10 years in England, 13 years abroad in total.
"I’m very grateful to have met some great people and just seeing how much the club means to people. I’m glad to have been a part of all that. You’ll always have a special place in my heart
"A big thanks to the players, staff and most importantly, you fans. All the best for this upcoming season."
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