Real Madrid Criticised For Hazard’s Early Retirement

Former Real Madrid and Chelsea superstar, Eden Hazard’s abrupt retirement announcement at the age of 32 has sent shockwaves through the football world.

The former Belgian captain, who enjoyed a career spanning nearly two decades, showcased his talents at clubs in France, England, and finally Spain.

According to BBC, Hazard made a high-profile move from Chelsea to Real Madrid in 2019 for a transfer fee of £89 million but was plagued by injuries during his time with the Spanish giants, appearing in just 54 league matches over four seasons before departing in the summer.

As the news of his retirement spreads rapidly, many fans are critical of Real Madrid, believing they may have prematurely ended what could have been a remarkable career.

Throughout his Real Madrid journey, he notched seven goals in 76 appearances, with 10 of them coming in various competitions during the 2022/23 season, per Transfermarkt.

During his stay at the club, Hazard helped the club secure two La Liga titles, one UEFA Champions League title, and one Copa Del Rey trophy but many will feel he still fell short.

The Belgian footballer faced significant challenges during his four-year tenure in Spain after his record-breaking transfer from Chelsea to Real Madrid in 2019.

Hazard, who also had successful stints with Chelsea and LOSC Lille, officially announced his retirement on Instagram and numerous reactions followed.