Former England striker Teddy Sheringham has announced he will retire at the end of the season.

Sheringham represented his country 51 times, scoring 11 goals, and played in Euro 96 and the 1998 and 2002 World Cups.

The 41-year-old, who currently plays for Colchester United, played an instrumental role for Manchester United when the club won the treble of the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League in 1999.

He also scored 125 goals in 280 appearances during his two spells at Tottenham Hotspur.

Sheringham said: "After a long and fun-filled career I have decided this season will be my last.

"I've had a fantastic time and want to thank all those who have contributed to my career and helped me along the way."

Sheringham, who also played for Millwall and under Brian Clough at Nottingham Forest, became the oldest outfield player to play in a Premier League match when he started for West Ham against Manchester City aged 40 years and 270 days.

He added: "I've no immediate thoughts about going into management but football has always been my life and hopefully I will be back at some point in the future.

"Until then I have to try and help Colchester United stay in the Championship."

Tony Mabert / Eurosport