Hazard, 31, arrived at the Santiago Bernabeu from Chelsea for a fee in the region of €115 million in the summer of 2019, becoming the club’s most-expensive signing ever in the process. However, he has struggled to maintain consistency due to a host of recurring injuries.
Despite lifting six trophies, the Belgian forward has been an underwhelming signing for Los Blancos. Overall, he has scored just seven times and contributed 11 assists in 72 games across all competitions.
During a recent interview with MARCA, Hazard was asked about his message to all Real Madrid supporters about his failure to live up to the substantial price tag. He earnestly responded:
When asked about his weight struggles, the ex-Lille man replied:
Hazard, who registered 202 goal involvements in 352 overall matches during his fruitful seven-year stint at Chelsea, insisted that he is dumbfounded by his recent injury record. He added:
According to El Nacional, Real Madrid are prepared to sell the Belgian in January next year. Newcastle United and Aston Villa are keen to acquire the services of the €20 million-rated attacker.
Newcastle United urged to secure loan for Real Madrid star Eden Hazard
Speaking to Football Insider, former West Ham United striker Frank McAvennie claimed that Eden Hazard would be a great addition to Newcastle United’s ranks this campaign. He said:
He continued:
Considered to be a Ballon d’Or contender during his time in London, Hazard has registered a goal and an assist in six games this season.
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