Shocking Eden Hazard news has been announced this morning as he makes surprise claims as he breaks silence on retirement and drops return hint
Eden Hazard, the former Chelsea star and Belgian international, recently provided an insight into his life post-retirement from football, describing it as “perfect” in its current form. While he seems to be thoroughly enjoying his current circumstances, he hasn’t completely dismissed the possibility of a potential return to the sport in the future.
Hazard’s most triumphant period as a footballer was undoubtedly at Chelsea, where he spent an impressive seven years. During his time at Stamford Bridge, he achieved significant success, including two Premier League titles, as well as victories in the FA Cup and League Cup. His individual prowess also shone through, with him being honored as the PFA Player of the Year in 2015, following his previous recognition as the PFA Young Player of the Year a year earlier.
In a high-profile move, Hazard left Chelsea in 2019 to join the ranks of Real Madrid, in what was a club-record transfer. However, his time in the Spanish capital didn’t unfold as planned. A series of injuries and persistent fitness concerns severely limited his La Liga appearances, and his role in the 2022/23 season was notably minor.
Hazard’s remarkable goal-scoring record during his tenure at Chelsea, which included 110 goals, with almost half of those coming in his final three seasons with the Blues, contrasts sharply with his spell in Spain. During his time at Real Madrid, he managed to net just seven goals, while predominantly playing a bit-part role in the team’s lineup.
Upon the expiration of his contract with Real Madrid during the summer, Hazard had the opportunity to secure a new club. However, somewhat surprisingly, he chose to pass up this chance, despite having received multiple offers. His official retirement, at the relatively young age of 32, was formally announced in October.
At the recent Ballon d’Or 2023 ceremony, Hazard presented the Kopa Trophy and was questioned about his retirement and future aspirations by Didier Drogba, the event’s host. During this candid discussion, Hazard revealed his deep contentment with his current family life and the pursuit of various interests outside the realm of football. Remarkably, he emphasized that he does not miss playing football at this juncture. Yet, intriguingly, he did not entirely shut the door on the possibility of a return to the sport, suggesting that time would be the ultimate arbiter of such a decision.
Hazard’s contentment with his retirement decision became evident as he expressed his genuine happiness with the state of affairs in his life. In particular, he emphasized his lack of enjoyment in training and playing football during his final stint as a professional. His continued interest in watching football on television was evident, as was his involvement in various other activities beyond the confines of the football field.
It’s also worth mentioning Hazard’s impactful role on the international stage, notably when he played a pivotal part in helping Belgium secure a commendable third-place finish at the 2018 World Cup. During the tournament, Belgium came tantalizingly close to reaching the finals, with a narrow defeat to France in the semi-finals, only to rebound with a victory over England in the third-place play-off, an occasion where Hazard himself contributed with a significant goal.
In conclusion, Eden Hazard’s retirement has brought him contentment in his “perfect life,” with family, interests, and activities keeping him thoroughly occupied. While he’s not missing football at the moment, the door for a potential return isn’t entirely closed, as his future remains an open book.
