Is Sergio Aguero coming out of retirement? Ex-Barcelona star responds to Independiente transfer rumours after open invitation from Carlos Tevez

The Cityzens legend decided to hang up his boots in December 2021 while at Barcelona, after being diagnosed with a heart condition. Recently, his former Manchester City colleague Carlos Tevez - who manages top Argentine side Independiente - sent an open invitation to Aguero willing him to get back on the pitch.

Tevez expressed his desire to sign his ex-team-mate as he told reporters: "Who doesn't want to have Kun? First me as a teammate, and now as a coach. Even if it's 10 or 15 minutes."

It has since been reported that Aguero has agreed to train with Independiente, which he's now confirmed as false, while also adding on Twitch that he would have to consult his cardiologist before taking any decision to return to the game.

"It's totally a lie, I'm not going to train with Independiente," the former Argentina international said. "Sometimes things are invented. I reiterate that the cardiologist said that I am well and that it is important that I am in good health. But to return to training at the First Division level, I would need to undergo a lot of tests."

Aguero graduated from Independiente's youth system before making his professional debut for the club in 2003. He spent two years at El Rojo before moving to Atletico Madrid, where he truly established himself as a world-class striker.

Tevez's side are currently third in their league after the first seven rounds of matches, where they have managed to collect 13 points. They will be next seen in action on Saturday against Argentinos Juniors in a league clash.