"I'm 45 years old and if I ever have to do something else in life, it's time now.
It is, of course, a twofold feeling.
HV71 has meant so much in my life and I am very grateful both for my playing career and my years as assistant sports director.
There have been many moments of joy, but also tough periods like the one we are in now ", he says to HV's website.
Davidsson played 920 matches in the HV jersey and took four Swedish Championship golds as a player.
As assistant sports director, he has been involved in winning a Swedish Championship gold.
HV71 was tipped before the season at the top, but has underperformed significantly, is last in the SHL and risks relegation to the Allsvenskan.