Belgian international Eden Hazard is set to depart from Real Madrid by the end of this month. The club has decided to terminate his contract prematurely, one year before its original expiration.
Hazard who joined Real Madrid from Chelsea in 2019, was part of a transfer agreement that could have reached £130m if all the performance-related bonuses were fulfilled.
Initially, Hazard had signed a five-year contract until 2024, but his tenure at Real Madrid has been plagued by injuries and a lack of form.
Throughout his time with the club, he managed to score only seven goals in 76 appearances, with ten of those appearances coming during the 2022/23 season in various competitions.
Hazard’s time at Real Madrid saw him contribute to the team’s success, including winning two LaLiga titles, one Champions League, and one Copa Del Rey trophy.
“Real Madrid CF and Eden Hazard have reached an agreement whereby the player will be released from the club as of June 30, 2023,” a club statement read.
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“Hazard has been part of our club for four seasons, in which he has won eight titles: one European Cup, one Club World Cup, one European Super Cup, two leagues, one Copa del Rey and two Spanish Super Cups.
“Real Madrid wants to express its affection for Eden Hazard and wishes him and his entire family the best of luck in this new stage.”
The news of his departure follows the recent announcement of Marco Asensio’s departure from Real Madrid, which was also revealed on Saturday.
Additionally, Mariano, a product of the club’s academy, will be leaving after spending six seasons with the first team.
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