Real Madrid have announced they have released Eden Hazard, one year ahead of the expiry of his contract.
Hazard, 32, was signed for €115 million from Chelsea in 2019, but has struggled to live up to expectations in Madrid.
He made 76 appearances across four season, scoring just seven goals and setting up 12 more, but only appeared six times in 2022/23.
“Real Madrid CF and Eden Hazard have reached an agreement whereby the player will be released from the club as of June 30, 2023,” the club stated on their website.
“Eden Hazard has been part of our club for four seasons, in which he has won 8 titles: 1 European Cup, 1 Club World Cup, 1 European Super Cup, 2 Leagues, 1 Copa del Rey and 2 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.”
