A box to box midfielder, he played just one season in Wigan colours before being sold to Watford for £1.5million. His most memorable moment was the winner at Everton which gave the Latics their first Premiership away win.
He told Watford's official website: ""I'm devastated to have to accept the decision to announce my retirement."
Francis made 276 appearances during his career scoring 39 goals. Everyone at Wiganer.net wishes Francis all the best.
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