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Everton legend Tony Hibbert 'steps out of retirement' at the age of 40! As the defender who never scored a goal during his 15-year career 'signs for minnows ES Louzy' who are in the tenth tier of French football

Everton legend Tony Hibbert retired as a one-club player, but he has now made a surprising return to the game in the tenth tier of French football.

The 40-year-old retired from in 2016 after Everton decided not to renew the home-grown star's contract.

Hibbert, who famously never scored a goal during his professional career, made 328 appearances for the Toffees in 15 years after making his debut in 2001.

Tony Hibbert retired in 2016 but is set to return in the tenth tier of French football

La Nouvelle Republique have reported that Hibbert has been given his veterans license to play for District D2 club ES Louzy.