Retired West Coast Eagle Daniel Kerr says he’s had the time of his life playing AFL football, but believes it’s the right time to focus on his family.

“Risking further injuries, especially when I’ve got to chase this one (daughter Lola) around, it’s probably not worth it,” Kerr told Channel Seven.

“Both my knees now are really sore, both of them have had multiple surgeries.

“I’ve got the kids now, so hopefully I can go into a normal job, and act a little more normally I suppose.”

Despite being contracted to the club for 2014, Kerr made his decision in consultation with the club at the end of the season, his body unable to do what his mind commands.

“I spoke to John [Worsfold] before the end of the season,” Kerr said.

“I also spoke to Trevor Nisbett and Craig Vozzo and we all came to an agreement.”

A veteran of 220 games, Kerr was runner-up Club Champion in 2002 and represented his country at the International Rules Series that same year, earning All-Australian honours in 2007.

He polled an AFL-high 63 Brownlow Medal votes between 2005 and 2007, finishing second in the count in 2005 and 2007, and third in 2006.

The tenacious midfielder has lined up for two grand finals, and played a key role in the 2006 premiership.

“I have a lot of fond memories, and the main one would be winning the premiership,” Kerr said.

“Playing with an elite group of players, not just with Ben [Cousins] and Chris [Judd], but Embers [Andrew Embley], Coxy [Dean Cox].

“We really did have a close relationship between about 10 or 12 of us and it was a fantastic time to play football.

“I’ve had some ups and downs, the Perth public have probably ridden the wave with me.

“I’ll miss seeing the boys and playing football, but I won’t miss doing everything that comes with being a professional athlete.

“I’m looking forward to being able to eat what I like and have a little bit more freedom with my life.”